Victim Services Advocate: Empowering Justice & Support

Intervention; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and career growth

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company匹ch

Paid holidays, vacation and sick time

PSLF program eligibility

Job summary

Intervention, Inc. in Golden, CO is seeking a Victims Services Specialist to provide comprehensive services to crime victims, with emphasis on domestic violence, in a dignified and respectful environment.

This is a partial grant-funded, full-time position supporting two jurisdictions. You will work with the Program Manager and Director of Victim Services, manage caseloads, coordinate referrals, and assist victims with compensation and court testimony.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Human Services or related field required.
• Colorado Crime Victim Advocate certificate is a plus.
• Experience working with victims of crime, people in crisis, or trauma preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Program Manager and Director of Victim Services to provide services to victims, especially domestic violence victims, in two jurisdictions.
• Manage a caseload and notify victims, supply the Victim Rights Amendment, and provide Critical Stage Event Notifications on request.
• Provide referrals to crisis programs, shelters, clinics, legal aid, nonprofits, job training, food banks, education, childcare, housing and mental health services.
• Assist victims in locating and applying for victim compensation and restitution, and help testify in court.
• Develop a resource/referral bank and build partnerships with victim rights groups.
• Attend community group meetings related to domestic violence and victims' rights.
• Provide or arrange translation services and educate victims about the criminal justice system.
• Maintain victim files per Intervention policy and support field operations.

Skills

Data entry

Empathy

Communication

Calm under pressure

Cultural awareness

Teamwork and independence

Background check clearance

Education

Associate's degree

Colorado Crime Victim Advocate certificate

Job description

Intervention, Inc. in Golden, CO is seeking a Victims Services Specialist to provide comprehensive services to crime victims, with emphasis on domestic violence, in a dignified and respectful environment.

This is a partial grant-funded, full-time position supporting two jurisdictions. You will work with the Program Manager and Director of Victim Services, manage caseloads, coordinate referrals, and assist victims with compensation and court testimony.