What are the responsibilities and job description for the Victim Advocate/Legal Advocate position at Legal Services for Crime Victims in Arizona...?
Are you an advocate who enjoys being in court? Who enjoys participating in legal strategy? Working as an advocate in a law firm is an entirely different experience from working as an advocate in other types of agencies. As an advocate at LSCVA you will work directly on legal issues as an attorney/advocate team to help your client, the victim.
Apply today at www.lscva.org
All applicants/employees must have a current fingerprint clearance card or be able to obtain one within 30 days of employment. For more information about fingerprint clearance cards visit the Arizona Department of Public Safety website.
To apply: Submit resume and cover letter including salary expectations and two things that make you stand out from the rest of the applicants. Submissions without a cover letter will not be considered.
Victim Advocate
Minimum Qualifications:
- Knowledge of the dynamics of sexual and domestic violence;
- Ability to work in high pressure, limited resource work environment;
- Excellent written, oral communication and listening skills;
- Ability to maintain confidentiality;
- Computer literacy;
- Demonstrated ability to manage time, evaluate progress and adjust activities to complete assignments within established time frames.
Job Duties:
- Court accompaniment; Crisis intervention; Empathetic listening and support;
- Safety planning; Provision of information and referrals;
- Assistance with compensation claims;
- Gathering and assembling documents for restitution claims;
- Case management;
- Functioning as a liaison for victim with community agencies;
- Advocacy with community agencies and governmental offices;
- Notifications of court dates;
- Assistance with locating safe shelter/housing;
- Administrative duties such as file organization, time tracking, scanning files, etc.;
- Other related duties as assigned.
Ideal Candidate will have:
- Legal advocacy experience;
- Basic knowledge of the criminal justice system and victims’ rights;
- Experience working in a law office and/or nonprofit.
Highly desirable:
- Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, social work, psychology or related field or equivalent experience;
- Candidates who meet the certification requirements of the Domestic Violence Legal Document Preparer Program.
Compensation for the Victim Advocate/LDP position begins at $40,000 per year (new advocates) and increases commensurate with training and experience at a competitive rate.
LSCVA offers a generous PTO plan (vacation, sick and personal leave) starting at 31 days off per year for full time employees, 12.5 paid holidays, extensive training and professional development opportunities, and eligibility for Public Services Loan Forgiveness Program (applicants are encouraged to review current federal requirements, which may change as the federal government deems necessary).
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.23 - $34.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40,000
