The primary role of the Family Violence Victim Advocate is to provide services to victims of family violence crimes who are involved in cases in criminal court. These services represent providing support, information and advocacy designed to enhance the safety of victims from the time of arraignment and throughout the criminal court process. The FVVAs work in the court as part of the Family Violence Intervention Unit, administered by Court Support Services (CSSD) and assist CSSD and the State Attorney’s Office in recognizing the choices and needs of victims pre and post arraignment. They provide immediate services within the legal system and ongoing case management connecting victims to resources within the community at large. This position is to be carried out while empowering victims with respect to their safety and their right to self-determination. Role and responsibilities include informing victims of domestic violence regarding the court process, prosecution, sanctions, orders of protection, and victim compensation; initiating and maintaining a collaborative relationship with appropriate court personnel; providing telephone or in person contact including support in designing and implementing safety plans; providing coverage at the shelter performing all shelter responsibilities; maintaining all statistical documentation and submitting accurate quarterly reports; attending supervision meetings and other meetings, workshops and conferences; complying with annual mandatory training requirements; and other duties as assigned. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree preferred (or appropriate combination of training and experience), bilingual preferred, comprehensive knowledge of domestic violence dynamics and court systems, effective communication skills, Domestic Violence Advocate Certification required within 3 months of hire, CPR/AED certification required, knowledge of community resources, and a current driver’s license with a clean record. The position requires a trauma-informed approach to advocacy, confidentiality of information, and may involve rapid physical response and stair climbing. The work environment can be stressful due to safety and security threats.
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