Victim Advocate Jobs

Provides assistance to victims of crimes: contacts victim by phone, letter or field visits; completes intake forms; determines and evaluates victim experience and needs; makes referrals and recommendations regarding counseling, safety needs and concerns, housing, food and other needs; explains and provides information and assistance regarding criminal justice processes, what to expect in their particular case, victim's rights, victim notification of custody status changes and case information, temporary protective orders, bond conditions, compensation and restitution programs; individualized safety plans; remains in contact with the victim throughout their case and provides updates and support; and provides crisis intervention as needed. Evaluates cases and offers appropriate recommendations: reviews police reports, 911 calls, pictures, medical records, criminal histories, etc.; gathers additional information as needed; compiles and submits data on high risk defendants to appropriate law enforcement and judicial agencies; assesses cases and make recommendations to prosecutors and investigators regarding case dispositions, victim's desires, defendant's criminal history, lethality factors, etc.; and refers cases as required by law to Department of Family and Children Services and Adult Protective Services. Performs administrative duties in compliance with established local, state and federal laws: maintains victim information in case management system for statistical and communication purposes; prepares and sends various letters relating to the status of the case; prepares and submits various reports; and retrieves necessary documents for incident review. Attends court sessions and provides support to the victim during court proceedings: accompanies victims to all court proceedings; contacts victims should a court appearance be missed; conducts a welfare check as needed; and ensures all protective measures have been taken within the courtroom to maintain the victim's safety. Performs other related duties as required. Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field required; supplemented by three years of experience in criminal justice, social work, counseling or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain a valid South Carolina Driver's License.

Code : 1136-1

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location : CIRCUIT SOLICITOR

Posting Start : 05/15/2023

Posting End : 05/26/2023

Salary: $22.62