What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crime Victim Liaison - Grant Funded position at Bexar County?
JOB
Under direction, is responsible for assisting victims of domestic violence, child abuse, sexual assault, elder abuse, stalking and serious vehicular crimes with direct victim services and assistance on cases prior to indictment on felony cases and pre-trial on misdemeanor level cases.Grant Funded This position is not covered under Bexar County Civil Service
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Contacts victims, by phone, to discuss specific issues of restitution, information, and protection; Referred to as RIP calls Provides victims with information about the status of their case and information regarding the criminal justice system Provides additional support to victims by offering various local community social service referrals Provides support to victim advocate staff by assisting with daily/weekly court dockets; court notifications; subpoenas; victim impact statements; court accompaniment and other victim service duties, as needed Meets with victims who arrive for court pre-hearing dockets to answer any questions and provide support Assist prosecutors with pre-trial interviews with victims on pre-indictment cases Available to provide safety planning for victims of domestic violence Available to provide information regarding Crime Victims Compensation Maintain statistical data forms for program management Performs related duties as required
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Workstations with internet access are available, if needed, to view job postings and apply online at 211 S Flores, San Antonio, TX 78204, 8am – 5pm, Monday through Friday. Phone: 210-335-2545.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Under direction, is responsible for assisting victims of domestic violence, child abuse, sexual assault, elder abuse, stalking and serious vehicular crimes with direct victim services and assistance on cases prior to indictment on felony cases and pre-trial on misdemeanor level cases.Grant Funded This position is not covered under Bexar County Civil Service
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Contacts victims, by phone, to discuss specific issues of restitution, information, and protection; Referred to as RIP calls Provides victims with information about the status of their case and information regarding the criminal justice system Provides additional support to victims by offering various local community social service referrals Provides support to victim advocate staff by assisting with daily/weekly court dockets; court notifications; subpoenas; victim impact statements; court accompaniment and other victim service duties, as needed Meets with victims who arrive for court pre-hearing dockets to answer any questions and provide support Assist prosecutors with pre-trial interviews with victims on pre-indictment cases Available to provide safety planning for victims of domestic violence Available to provide information regarding Crime Victims Compensation Maintain statistical data forms for program management Performs related duties as required
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Workstations with internet access are available, if needed, to view job postings and apply online at 211 S Flores, San Antonio, TX 78204, 8am – 5pm, Monday through Friday. Phone: 210-335-2545.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
