Victim Rights Coordinator & Advocate

Van Buren County; Paw Paw Township (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Van Buren County is seeking a unified Victim Rights Advocate to provide comprehensive, trauma-informed advocacy for crime victims, primarily in felony and juvenile sexual conduct cases. You will coordinate grant reporting, assist prosecutors, court staff and community partners on victim rights matters, and support operations of the Victim Rights Unit.

You will maintain case records, deliver crisis intervention, and help victims with court procedures, compensation, and programs while ensuring

Qualifications

• Requires a relevant degree or equivalent experience in criminal justice or social services.
• Must understand CVRA and criminal justice processes and terminology.
• Demonstrates trauma-informed, victim-centered practice and confidentiality.
• Experience with grant reporting, program documentation, and meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage felony and juvenile cases and provide county-wide coverage as needed.
• Provide victim rights information within statutory timeframes and court updates.
• Collect Victim Impact Statements and assist with sentencing input.
• Deliver trauma-informed education, referrals, crisis intervention and safety planning.
• Assist with restitution processes and communicate with probation or court staff.
• Administer direct victim-needs using available funding per state guidelines.
• Provide courtroom advocacy and support at hearings chosen by victims.
• Assist with Crime Victim Compensation applications and related processes.
• Assist victims with MI VINE and Address Confidentiality Program resources.
• Coordinate with probation on post-disposition questions for juveniles.
• Attend Domestic Violence Task Force and Child Advocacy Center meetings as needed.
• Manage Victim Rights grant requirements and reporting deadlines.
• Review PBK letters for grant reporting accuracy and updates.
• Serve as a resource for Victim Rights Unit changes and office updates.
• Maintain accurate records of contacts, services, and grant information; complete CE annually.

Skills

CVRA knowledge

Trauma-informed care

Crisis intervention

Case management

Stakeholder communication

Resource familiarity

Judgment & coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field

HS diploma with 2+ years related experience

Job description

Van Buren County is seeking a unified Victim Rights Advocate to provide comprehensive, trauma-informed advocacy for crime victims, primarily in felony and juvenile sexual conduct cases. You will coordinate grant reporting, assist prosecutors, court staff and community partners on victim rights matters, and support operations of the Victim Rights Unit.

You will maintain case records, deliver crisis intervention, and help victims with court procedures, compensation, and programs while ensuring