What are the responsibilities and job description for the Victim Witness Advocate II - Bilingual - Solicitor position at Charleston County, SC?

Salary : $50,440.00 Annually

Location : Charleston, SC

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : SL209560

Department : Solicitor

Opening Date : 08 / 02 / 2024

Description

Bilingual (Spanish / English) Victim Witness Advocate in the Charleston County Office

Victim of Crime Act (VOCA) Grant Position : The Bilingual Victim Witness Advocate provides direct services to victims of crime. This Advocate also provides notification of court hearings; court accompaniment; filing victim compensation claims; data collection and reporting; planning and coordinating meetings; interpreting for adult and child victims and witnesses during meetings and court; safety planning with victims; and, other duties listed in the South Carolina Victim Bill of Rights, or as needed.

Seeking a self-motivated and compassionate individual to work closely with victims of crime in Charleston County. The full-time (37.5 hours per week) Advocate will work under the supervision of the Victim Witness Coordinator.

HIRING SALARY RANGE : $50,440 (Estimated Annual Salary)

OPEN UNTIL FILLED - APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY

Duties and Responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Interprets for Spanish-Speaking victims / witnesses
Outreach and advocacy for crime victims / witnesses
Assists victims / witnesses through the entire criminal justice process
Provides victims / witnesses with the rights and responsibilities as victims and witnesses of crimes, court procedures, County / State criminal codes
Provides courtroom orientation / assistance to victims / witnesses and their families
Works with victims in the areas of crisis intervention, one-on-one support, and referrals
Acts as a liaison between law enforcement, solicitors, and the victim
Works closely with law enforcement agencies, social service agencies, and non-profit organizations that provide services to crime victims
Works in the field, locating victims and witnesses
Performs other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Associate Degree in Criminal Justice and two years or more related experience, or a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice

Must be fluent in Spanish - spoken and written

Computer experience including MS Office, WORD or other commonly accepted word processing application required

Mainframe data entry experience preferred

Excellent writing skills, public speaking skills, and presentation skills

Knowledge of the criminal justice system and court procedures

Ability to deal with highly emotional and stressful situations

Valid South Carolina driver's license required

Criminal and general background check will be completed on selected applicant

Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to :

Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Optional Life and Disability Insurance

Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts

Annual and Sick Leave

Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays

South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan

Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)

Optional Deferred Compensation Program

Longevity and Merit Pay Increases

Optional Federal Credit Union Membership

Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Well-being Program

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Salary : $50,440

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