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The 5th Judicial District Attorney&rsquo;s Office has an exciting opportunity for a Victim Services Coordinator (VSC). The VSC will operate across the 5th Judicial District Counties.The VSC performs specialized advising, and/or providing crisis intervention and comfort to victims and witnesses of crimes reported to the District Attorney&rsquo;s office. VSC may refer victims and witnesses to supportive agency programs, will serve as liaison between the victim and/or witness with law enforcement agencies, and provide follow-up assistance to address victim&rsquo;s needs. The job also involves notifying crime victims of their rights under state laws and assisting victims with applications for Crime Victim Compensation. In this hands-on and fast paced environment, we focus on teamwork, building relationships and putting people first.The duties of a VSC include providing direct services to victims of crime; act as the liaison between the victim, the prosecutor, and law enforcement officials; advise victims of legal proceedings and assist as they navigate through the criminal court process; accompany victims in criminal proceedings as requested; explaining the Criminal Court process and procedures and the meaning of legal terminology to victims and witnesses in lay terms; supports deputy district attorneys in the prosecution of criminal cases through a variety of activities including caseload management, education and referrals.The Ideal Candidate Will Have:<ul><li>firm understanding of the criminal justice system and the criminal justice process</li><li>the ideal candidate will be kind, caring, and empathetic.</li></ul>Knowledge of:<ul><li>the role and function of law enforcement, judicial and legal agencies;</li><li>basic judicial procedures and court documents;</li><li>Sexual Assault Training;</li><li>the principles of interviewing and other information-gathering techniques.</li></ul>Skill to:<ul><li>deal tactfully with others;</li><li>communicate clearly and concisely;</li></ul>Ability to:<ul><li>interpret and explain laws, rights, policies and procedures;</li><li>maintain records, prepare reports and correspondence, and related work;</li><li>organize time and resources to achieve deadlines and goals;</li><li>effectively communicate and negotiate with others, verbally and in writing, in a pleasant and tactful manner;</li><li>establish and maintain effective working relationships with victims, families, non-custodial parents, co-workers, court staff, and public officials;</li><li>maintain confidential clients' records;</li><li>navigate crisis and trauma;</li><li>participate in training to stay current on issues, resources, and networking</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: From $28.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Victim Services Coordinator

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Victim Services Coordinator