VICTIM/WITNESS ADVOCATE I/II
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
Description: Clark County, NV is at present looking to employ VICTIM/WITNESS ADVOCATE I/II right now, this occupation will be delegated in Nevada. Further informations about this occupation opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. Victim/Witness Advocate I - $32,843.20 - $50,897.60
Victim/Witness Advocate II - $35,526.40 - $54,995.20
The successful candidate will start at t! he minimum of the salary range unless otherwise approved by the County Manager.
This examination will establish an Open Competitive and Promotional list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months at either level or may be extended as needed by the Office of Human Resources. The Victim/Witness Advocate I is a training underfill position: upon successful completion of the probationary period and the training program, which is up to two (2) years, the successful candidate will be non-competitively promoted to Victim/Witness Advocate II.
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education and Experience:
Victim/Witness Advocate I - Equivalent to two (2) years of college level co! urse work in criminal justice, sociology, psychology or a fiel! d related to the work. Experience in providing legal office or legal secretarial support, which will have provided a basic knowledge of the criminal justice system, may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the education.
Victim/Witness Advocate II - In addition to the above: Minimum of one (1) year of full-time experience providing direct information and support to victims and witnesses.
Working Conditions: Work evening, night, weekend and holiday shifts.
Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon the results of a background investigation, which may include both a pre-and post offer background check for positions within the District Attorney's Office. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
Provides information on the criminal justice system, restitution policies, the court system and case status to victims and witnesses of crime in p! erson or over the telephone. Provides crisis intervention to victims and witnesses of crimes to assist in reducing trauma, and facilitate adjustment; provides advice and referral on a short term and follow-up basis. Assists victims and witnesses in various processes of the criminal justice such as completing forms, ensuring property return and arranging interviews with sheriff and attorney staff. Provides referrals to various support and community organizations and assists victims and witnesses in obtaining counseling, medical and dental care, protective services, psychiatric services, child care, food, shelter, clothing and related services. Assists victims in obtaining compensation and restitution by assessing and eligibility, assisting in completing claim forms. Prepares correspondence, assessment reports, impact statements, case records, program information and related reports; maintains records and documentation of victim/witness cases. Maintains accurate records and f! iles. Attends a variety of hearings and meetings. Contributes to the ef! ficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Performs various office support and clerical duties such as receiving and screening telephone calls, typing, data entry, processing forms and maintaining case files. Operates standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work; may operate a motor vehicle to attend meetings or transport clients.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.
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This occupation starts available on: Tue, 16 Apr 2013 18:07:07 GMT
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