Victim Advocate

City of New York
New York, NY
Category Social Services
Job Description
The Richmond County District Attorney's office is seeking a Victim Advocate to work alongside ADA's supporting victims of crime and helping them navigate the Criminal Justice System. The Victim Advocate will provide information to victims regarding the criminal justice process, manage a personal caseload of crime victims, and provide victim services and advocacy.

Requirements

  • Provide information to victims regarding the criminal justice process.
  • Manage a personal caseload of crime victims needing assistance.
  • Provide victim services and advocacy that includes but is not limited to: establishing and maintaining contact with crime victims; providing appropriate referrals for counseling, mental health, alcohol/substance abuse treatment, shelter, education, and civil legal assistance.
  • Assist victims in submitting Office of Victim Services (OVS) applications for crime victim assistance.
  • Attend hearings and other court proceedings with victims.
  • Assist victims in writing Victim Impact Statements for presentation in court at sentencing.
  • Serve as a liaison between the NYPD and the RCDA.

Benefits

  • Full NYC benefits package
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