What are the responsibilities and job description for the Victim Advocate position at Laramie County Government?
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Under general supervision, performs special casework services to provide advocacy,assistance, information and special services to victims of crimes.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
(Essential function, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may includethe following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)• Reviews law enforcement crime reports and victim files from attorneys, and communicates with victims of crimes; acts as liaison with law enforcement and prosecutors; reviews cases and determines victim assistance needs.• Notifies victims of case status, criminal proceedings, trials, court hearings, and case dispositions; educates each victim regarding the legal process and the rights afforded them under the law; advises clients of community resource programs, and provides assistance for victims and their families.• Provides case information and explains how the criminal justice system works.• Works closely with deputies and attorneys to assure victim's rights and needs are addressed.• Provide crisis intervention by phone and in person to victims of crime.• Provides direct services to victims and witnesses, such as transportation and referrals to community agencies for assistance• Maintains VOCA (Victims of Crime Act) grant requirements; tracks services provided to victims,monitors results and budget, and generates reports as needed.• Provides information and assistance within the scope of designated authority.• Locates and distributes court documents as needed.• Reviews and verifies reports and legal documents, and processes according to policy and procedures.• Creates, updates and maintains records and case files; researches files and computer databases.• Collects statistical data and compiles data for reports; assures the accuracy of databases.• Addresses community organizations and citizen groups to explain the Victim Advocate Program.• Explains nature of Sheriffs Office programs, procedures and services to clients.• Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Under general supervision, performs special casework services to provide advocacy,assistance, information and special services to victims of crimes.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
(Essential function, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may includethe following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)• Reviews law enforcement crime reports and victim files from attorneys, and communicates with victims of crimes; acts as liaison with law enforcement and prosecutors; reviews cases and determines victim assistance needs.• Notifies victims of case status, criminal proceedings, trials, court hearings, and case dispositions; educates each victim regarding the legal process and the rights afforded them under the law; advises clients of community resource programs, and provides assistance for victims and their families.• Provides case information and explains how the criminal justice system works.• Works closely with deputies and attorneys to assure victim's rights and needs are addressed.• Provide crisis intervention by phone and in person to victims of crime.• Provides direct services to victims and witnesses, such as transportation and referrals to community agencies for assistance• Maintains VOCA (Victims of Crime Act) grant requirements; tracks services provided to victims,monitors results and budget, and generates reports as needed.• Provides information and assistance within the scope of designated authority.• Locates and distributes court documents as needed.• Reviews and verifies reports and legal documents, and processes according to policy and procedures.• Creates, updates and maintains records and case files; researches files and computer databases.• Collects statistical data and compiles data for reports; assures the accuracy of databases.• Addresses community organizations and citizen groups to explain the Victim Advocate Program.• Explains nature of Sheriffs Office programs, procedures and services to clients.• Performs other duties as assigned or required.
