Position Title:

Victim Volunteer

Job Description:

We are looking for a Victim Volunteer to assist victims of violent crimes and domestic violence by providing information and making appropriate referrals, assisting victims in court processes. The successful candidate will also provide

crisis intervention services and will liaison with law enforcement, prosecutors, and other agencies to assist victims in all crime categories. The Victim Advocate will also provide training and education to a variety of community groups and individuals.

This position requires a high-degree of independent judgment, decision-making, and an exceptional ability to work with, and effectively communicate with, diverse populations in difficult situations.

Early application submittal is encouraged. This position will remain open until filled.

TYPICIAL DUTIES:

• Provides crisis interventions for victims of violent crimes.

• Provides need assessment from information obtained through client intake documentation, client interview and information gathered in the initial background histories. Evaluates needs and makes appropriate referrals for counseling, housing, shelter, legal assistance, and other services as needed.

• Assists victims in obtaining protective orders. Assists in filing victim reparation forms, victim/witness statements, medical release forms and other documentation pertinent to their case.

• Follows-ups on all assigned cases assigned. Review incident report to determine advocacy needs. Access court computer systems; state, county and local police computer systems, researching case histories on victims, criminal histories of offenders, and all other police related activity involving both parties. Attends weekly staff meetings to discuss problematic cases, updated department and program policies, identify service gaps, develop action plan.

• Attends appropriate court proceedings to support the victim. Makes necessary arrangements for non-English speaking participants, accommodates hearing impaired and other disabilities. Monitors court activity. Informs victim/witness of court dates and any changes.

• Coordinates efforts and information with local battered women shelters. Manages assigned cases of victims and witnesses, including detailed documentation, and appropriate statistical data base information.

• Performs other job related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• In school or graduated from an accredited college or university with a Associates Degree in Social, Behavioral Science, or Criminal Justice Program and one (1) year related work experience. Must Volunteer a minimum of 15 hours a month for 12 months. Equivalent work experience may be substituted for education on a year by year basis.

• Effective interpersonal skills, to work with individuals in crisis situations. • Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.

• Working knowledge of domestic violence issues, judicial processes, and resources for victims of crimes.

• Must successfully pass all appropriate examinations as required by Salt Lake City Corporation, if applicable.

Full Time/Part Time:

Part time

Scheduled Hours:

20

Need help applying? Please call our Recruitment team at 801-535-6699 or email careers@slc.gov .

BENEFITSFull-Time roles with Salt Lake City Corp are eligible for a generous, robust benefits package including:

• Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)

• HSA or Flex Account (HSA – City contributes $1,000 - $2,000 annually into account, no match required)

• Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

• City-paid retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)

• A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

• Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually

• Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

• Wellness clinic for employees and their families

Paid Time Off

• 12 vacation days to start

• 12 paid holidays & 1 personal holiday

• Up to 80 hours of personal leave annually

• 6 weeks of paid parental leave to all new parents

• Additional time off credit possible for rehires or new hires coming from another public jurisdiction

VETERAN EMPLOYER:

Salt Lake City is proud to be a partner of the Utah Patriot Program, providing employment opportunities for Veterans, Military and spouses. We are also a proud National Service Partner.

ABOUT SALT LAKE CITY CORP

Our Salt Lake City family serves a population of over 200,000. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the City is committed to providing resources, access, and opportunity to all and continue to recruit and retain talented people from all backgrounds. Our employees make a real difference with the work they do every day and are actively shaping our beautiful City's future.

We aspire to shape a better community and workplace, and as such, we are committed to pay equity. We are proud to have achieved gender pay equity as a leader in the Utah community by creating a workplace where there is equal opportunity for all.

The City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Salt Lake City will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 801-535-7900.