VICTIMS ADVOCATE (WITNESS COORDINATOR), T

Victims Advocate (Witness Coordinator), T

Pay : $27.65 / hour

Location : Miami, Florida

Employment type : Full-Time

Job Description

• Req# : 3922053
• Note : This recruitment closes when a sufficient number of qualified applications are received.

This professional role involves advocating for victims of violent crimes such as sexual battery, domestic violence, and homicides. The advocate facilitates victims' participation in the criminal justice process, assesses support needs, and refers victims to social agencies for services like victim compensation, counseling, shelter, and legal protection. The position requires follow-up on cases and victims' well-being, ensuring their rights are protected and they are informed of available community resources.

The employee will work under the Violent Crimes Intervention Administrator, providing expert guidance in this field, including informing victims of their rights per Florida State Statute (F.S. 960.001) and ensuring proper follow-up activities.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

Qualifications

Alternatively, an equivalent combination of education and experience, including six months of relevant experience, may qualify.

Additional Requirements

Note

All documents must be submitted at the time of application. Foreign degrees require credential evaluation. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure all documentation is acceptable and complete.

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