Victim Advocate
A Victim Advocate at the State Attorney’s Office is a specialized victim/witness counselor who acts as a liaison between the State Attorney’s Office and victims of crime and their families, where the charges being investigated and/or prosecuted by this agency involve sexual or physical abuse or homicide. This job requires a compassionate, dedicated individual with good interpersonal skills.
Duties include:
- Interviewing victims and families allegedly involved with sexual or physical abuse
- Coordinating with multiple agencies investigating such cases
- Assisting in the interview process of victims of sexual or physical abuse or neglect to determine the extent of abuse
- Performing all duties indicated for optimal care for victims and families
- Performing related work as required or assigned
Minimum training and experience:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology or related field and a minimum of two years' experience in the criminal justice system, one year of which must have involved direct services with victims, is required.
The SAO4 is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. It complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA).
To view available open positions within the State Attorney’s Office, please visit jobs.myflorida.com.
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