Victim Services Case Worker View Full Listing

Circuitattorney; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance program

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Vision Insurance

Job summary

A governmental office is seeking a Victim Services Case Worker in St. Louis. This role involves assisting victims of violent crimes and ensuring they are informed and supported throughout their engagement with the criminal justice system. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, strong communication skills, and experience in advocacy or trauma support. The position offers a salary range of $48,000 to $55,000, along with benefits such as health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, or similar field required.
• Experience working with grief and trauma preferred.
• Prior advocacy experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inform victims of their rights within the criminal justice system.
• Escort victims to court.
• Keep victims apprised of important court dates.
• Provide appropriate community referrals.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case notes.
• Collaborate with professionals to provide support.
• Provide emotional support and crisis intervention.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Teamwork

Emotional support

Crisis intervention

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, behavioral science, or similar field

Job description

Case Worker

The St. Louis Circuit Attorney’s Office is accepting applications for the position of Victim Services Case Worker.

This position is assigned to assist victims with the aftermath of violent crimes and act as a liaison between victims and the criminal justice system.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, behavioral science, or a similar field.
• Must possess effective communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Experience and demonstrated comfort working with those in grief and trauma is preferred.
• Prior advocacy experience is preferred.

Duties

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Inform victims of their rights within the criminal justice system.
• Escort victims to court.
• Keep victims apprised of important court dates.
• Provide appropriate community referrals.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case notes and documentation.
• Collaborate with other professionals, such as attorneys and social workers, to provide comprehensive support to clients.
• Provide emotional support and crisis intervention, as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary range - $48,000 - $55,000
• Employee assistance program
• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plan
• Vision Insurance

Schedule

• 8-hour shift (In-person)

Ability to Relocate

• St. Louis, MO 63101: Relocate before starting work (Required)
• Unit Supervisor - Executive Director-Victim Services