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Tuolumne County is Hiring a Victim Witness Advocate (Grant-funded) Near Sonora, CA
Grant funded through Victim witness -VOCA 2023 which is a five-year reoccurring grant and grant funded through UV- Underserved grant which is a five-year reoccurring grant.
ABOUT THE POSITION:
This position will assist victims Initiates immediate contact with victims of crime; Assess situations and determine if restitution is a factor, develops case plans to provide necessary services, provides information on restitution and reimbursement, advises victims of the judicial process and requesting restitution, ensures that victim understands changes in sentencing under realignment act.
This position requires a passionate caring individual with court knowledge who has a passion for helping. A victim advocate for elders typically works to support and assist elderly individuals who have been victims of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or other crimes.
Their role is multifaceted and may include:
- Emotional Support: Providing emotional support to elderly victims, who may feel vulnerable, scared, or ashamed following an incident.
- Information and Guidance: Educating victims about their rights, available resources, and options for seeking help or legal recourse.
- Case Management: Assisting victims in navigating the criminal justice system, including reporting incidents to law enforcement, accompanying them to court proceedings, and helping them understand legal proceedings.
- Referrals: Connecting victims with appropriate services and resources, such as counseling, legal aid, healthcare providers, and social services agencies.
- Advocacy: Acting as a liaison between victims and other professionals, advocating for their needs and rights within various systems.
- Safety Planning: Collaborating with victims to develop safety plans to mitigate further harm and prevent future victimization.
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, plans, coordinates, and assists in the daily functions, operations, and activities of the Victim Advocate program; advocates and coordinates rights and benefits for crime victims during the various stages of follow-up to the crime; facilitates communication among agencies concerned with the investigation of criminal cases involving victims; coordinates and facilitates victim and witness appearances in court; performs related duties as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision or direction from Victim Witness Services Supervisor. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is a fully competent class that performs the full range of duties required to provide services within the District Attorney’s Victim Witness program, designed to reduce trauma and assist participants in coping with the personal impact of being a victim of or witness to crimes. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. This class is distinguished from the Victim Witness Services Supervisor in that the latter is a full supervisory class with responsibility for the program.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade supplemented by two (2) years of college-level coursework in psychology, social work, sociology, or a related field, and two years of crisis intervention or related paraprofessional counseling experience. A Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, sociology, or a related field may substitute for the required experience.
Licenses and Certifications:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver’s License by time of appointment.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, Entry Level Victim Advocate Certificate issued by the California Office of Emergency Services within first six (6) months of employment.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, Advanced Level Victim Advocate Certificate issued by the California Office of Emergency Services within first year of employment.
Ability to complete required courses in self-defense.
Additional Information
The County of Tuolumne offers an extensive benefits package to members of the Tuolumne County Employees Union (OE3)
County Contribution Towards Health Care
- Up to $1,050 month for employee only
- $1,669 month for employee one dependent
- $2,384 month for employee family
- $150 month for opting out of medical coverage
BENEFITS:
- Available Medical Plans: Anthem Blue Cross CARE PPO, Anthem Blue Cross CHOICE PPO, and Kaiser for those within their service area.
- Dental Plan: Delta Dental
- Vision: Vision Service Plan (VSP)
- Life Insurance: $50,000 option life insurance plan for purchase
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Plan
- Retirement: CalPERS and Social Security
- Voluntary Deferred Compensation (457b)
- Holidays: 12
- Floating Holiday: 16 hours on July 4th
- Vacation: 80-160 hours annually depending on years of service. Can accrue double what you earn.
- Personal Flex Days: 12 days for FY 23/24 (prorated)
- Sick: 96 hours annually
- Retention incentive based on years of service: 5 years = 2.5%, 10 years = 5%, 15 years = 10%, 20 years = 15%, and 25 years = 20%
- Probation Period: 13 pay periods
May qualify for:
- Employee 3.5% down payment and 2% closing cost assistance
- Student loan forgiveness
- Education assistance program
COMMITTMENT TO EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT
The County has a “Learning Forward” commitment to staff. We are dedicated to our employee’s growth and provide access to a career coach/employee development professional and provides an education assistance program.
Job Summary
Full Time
$78k-98k (estimate)
04/14/2024
06/12/2024
tuolumne.ca.us
Sonora, CA
100 - 200
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