Victim Advocate

Overview

Victim Advocate Jobs in Atlanta Metropolitan Area at Douglas County District Attorney’s Office

Title: Victim Advocate

Company: Douglas County District Attorney’s Office

Location: Atlanta Metropolitan Area

Victim Advocate

Application Deadline: Until Filled

                              

SUMMARY:  This is an administrative, coordination, and advocacy position to assist with the implementation of the Victim Assistance Program. The person filling this position performs legal support duties, coordination, and outreach relevant to victims. The position provides direct services to victims and witnesses of crime as required by the Georgia Law and the Victims Bill of Rights. The incumbent works under the general supervision of the District Attorney and the Director of Victim Services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties include but are not limited to:

Communicating with victims and/or families of victims of crime to determine needs and make referrals to other agencies/resources

Informing and explaining their rights as provided by Georgia law

Serving as liaison between the District Attorney and Assistant District Attorney, and victims

Offering explanation of court process, acclimating victims and witnesses to court proceedings

Escorting victims and witnesses to court

Informing victims and witnesses of case statuses by phone and mail

Assisting with parole board victim notification and inmate release

Assisting victims in completing Victim Impact Statements

Assisting eligible victims in the completion of Victim Compensation Applications

Maintaining records and statistics of each case, victim, and witnesses

Performing general and routine advocacy for crime victims

Maintaining knowledge of current trends and developments in the field

Networking with local, state, and community service providers to serve as a resource and referral for victims

Performing other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:   

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

MINIMUM EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university with major field of study in a related discipline   

Two years professional related work experience in prosecutor’s office in victims’ assistance or directly related criminal justice field

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum 18 years of age

Must be a U. S. citizen

Must be of good moral character

Must have no felony convictions and/or disqualifying criminal histories

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver’s License (Class C) and a satisfactory motor vehicle record (MVR)

Salary: Commensurate with experience.