DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide information and referral to victims as needed
• Contact victims by telephone as developments arise
• Document case progress, contacts made, etc
• Review reports to gather statistical data
• Assemble files for new cases as assigned
• Process notification mailings (print form letters, labels, envelopes)
• Advise victims of their rights and of victim compensation
• Attend court hearings with victims
• Transport victims to shelters, family advocacy center, court, etc as needed
• Provide on-scene crisis intervention
• Assist victims with completing forms-Order of Protection, Injunction Against                               Harassment, etc.
• Respond to after hour on call emergencies as needed

 QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to work effectively with a wide variety of people; must possess a high school diploma or equivalent; must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills; must be able to work independently; general clerical and computer experience helpful.  Must pass background check, including a polygraph and complete all required training: Crisis Response Regional Training (36hrs), Victim Assistance Specific Training, Victim Rights 101 and Advanced Training and online Victim Compensation Training. 

TIME ALLOCATION: Two (2) to four (4) hours per week

TIME COMMITMENT: Six (6) months

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