Victim Support & Crisis Intervention Advocate

City of League City, Texas; League City (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

City of League City, Texas seeks a Crime Victims’ Advocate to provide crisis intervention, advocacy, and coordination of services for victims navigating the criminal justice system. The role focuses on reducing trauma, offering crisis support, and guiding clients through complex processes.

Responsibilities include referrals to supportive services, assisting with protective orders and compensation claims, and maintaining case records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a mental health field is required.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Experience in crisis intervention or psychotherapy is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention and case management for crime victims.
• Coordinate services and referrals to social service programs.
• Liaise with detectives and police officers to monitor case status.
• Assist victims with compensation claims and protective orders.
• Prepare progress and activity reports as requested.
• Maintain records and provide 24/7 emergency assistance as needed.
• Support victims through navigating the criminal justice system.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Case management

Liaison with law enforcement

Public education

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's Degree in mental health field

Licensed Social Worker / LPC / LMFT (preferred)

Job description

City of League City, Texas seeks a Crime Victims’ Advocate to provide crisis intervention, advocacy, and coordination of services for victims navigating the criminal justice system. The role focuses on reducing trauma, offering crisis support, and guiding clients through complex processes.

Responsibilities include referrals to supportive services, assisting with protective orders and compensation claims, and maintaining case records.