Utah Valley University Looking for Victim Advocate Full Time

Salary: $54,737.00 – $68,421.00 Annually
Job Type: FT Nonexempt Salaried Staff
Job Number: FY2301177
Closing: 7/28/2023 11:59 PM Mountain
Location: 800 W University Parkway, Orem
Division: Facilities/Planning

Position Announcement
Utah Valley University is currently seeking a Victim Advocate! Working under the general supervision of the Police Chief, assists victims of crime through the judicial process by providing information regarding the legal process, investigation process, and resources such as shelter, treatment, education, legal assistance, and financial aid.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Respond to hospitals, crime scenes, and other locations as requested by sworn Police Department personnel to assist primary and secondary victims with crisis needs and to provide emotional support. Assess victims’ safety and other needs, informing them of available resources and acting as a liaison in obtaining services.
• Assess and review violent crime reports and ensure victims are contacted within established time frames.
• Receive cases referred by Police Officers and serve as a liaison between the victim, the referring officer, and the attorney; educate each victim regarding the legal process and the rights afforded them under the law.
• Assist victims in preparing and filing protective orders, stalking injunctions, and other legal Forms. Attend applicable court proceedings or ensure attendance of a volunteer, testify as necessary and coordinate transportation of witnesses and/or victims and their families as needed.
• Track case information, document referrals and other actions, and write reports on case progress; provide current address and phone number of victims to the Office of the County Attorney or Board of Pardons.
• Collect statistical information for the Office of Crime Victim Reparations. Assist with VOCA and VAWA grant applications as needed. Acts as liaison with Sponsored Programs to manage awarded grants.
• Coordinate with Juvenile Court, the Children’s Justice Center, medical and mental health professionals, and other related persons or agencies regarding services provided to victims.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Requires Bachelor’s degree in behavioral science, psychology, sociology, or another related field and at least one year experience in crisis intervention, victim assistance, law enforcement, social services or related field; OR any combination of education and experience totaling five years.

Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the criminal justice process and victims’ rights.
• Knowledge of community resources available to victims for shelter, treatment, education, legal assistance, and financial aid.
• Skilled in reading, writing, and basic math.
• Skilled in word processing, spreadsheets, and basic computer applications.
• Skilled in using standard office equipment.
• Skilled in filing, record keeping, and record retrieval.
• Ability to stay calm while working with people in crisis situations.
• Ability to communicate and interact with individuals from diverse social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds in a professional manner.
• Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work activities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive records and information.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant’s qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/uvu/jobs/4110449/victim-advocate

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