Victim Advocate - Bisbee

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.

TYPICAL DUTIES: (Illustrative Only) Orients victims, witnesses, and family members to the court process and explains their rights throughout that process; makes referrals to social service agencies and compensation program; provides court accompaniment for victim and witnesses; provides training to volunteer advocates; assists in report preparation; may interview victims, witnesses, and significant individuals.

A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in behavioral science, criminal justice, education, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education; one (1) year of experience in teaching or social service; must possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver's license and the ability to be covered by county insurance.

An equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved may be considered.
 

Knowledge of:

• Arizona criminal justice system procedures and process;
• Arizona Victims' Rights Statutes or ability to obtain;
• community resources state and county regulations and procedures relating to AHCCCS;
• methods and procedures used in determining eligibility for indigent services;
• interviewing and investigative techniques;
• modern office practices and procedures;
• training techniques;
• human behavior.

• statistical data maintenance and report writing. 

• interact with and advocate for clients from a variety of demographic, socioeconomic, and educational backgrounds and circumstances;  
• react quickly and calmly in emotional situations;
• listen and respond professionally;
• establish effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public;
• follow written and verbal instructions;
• read, write and speak English;
• communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.