Victim Advocate

Job Description
The Christian County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office is accepting applications for a full-time Victim Advocate. The Victim Advocate will support victims and witnesses going through the criminal justice process by providing information. The Victim Advocate will support victims and witnesses by keeping victims and witnesses appraised regarding court dates and court events. Victim Advocates will provide victims and witnesses information about the constitutional and statutory rights afforded to victims of and witnesses to crimes. The victim advocate will be knowledge regarding resources in the community to share about available resources to the victims and witnesses. The Victim Advocate will frequently attend court proceedings. Qualified candidates will be able to exercise good judgment be a team player and be patient. The qualified candidate will be knowledge of the criminal justice process must be able to work under pressure and deadlines. The Christian County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office is a fileless office PROSECUTER by KARPEL is their case management system therefore the successful candidate will also be proficient at keyboarding. Qualified candidates will have at least 2 years of previous experience working with victims and a degree in criminal justice psychology or a related degree. The qualified candidate will be required pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. This is a safety sensitive position and will be subject to random drug screenings.

Additional Information
This full-time position offers a competitive wage and a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical dental vision and retirement.

Disclaimer
Christian County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encouraged both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employers. Position open until filled