Denver

Victim Advocate II

Downtown Denver · Mid · Contract

No sponsorship$28k-$36kDetected 5 days ago

ERP

About the role

Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.
The expected starting pay for this position is $27.89 - $35.56 an hour.
The elected District Attorney is the chief law enforcement officer in the City and County of Denver, and is responsible for the prosecution of violations of Colorado State Laws.

As a Victim Advocate II, you will provide advocacy, peer support and assistance to the victims, witnesses and survivors of violent and non-violent crimes and assist with trial preparation.
Provides support to victims of crime and their families who attend trial.
Reviews criminal justice documents, reports, and information
Coordinates with other professionals (i.e., investigators, prosecutors, and other resource referrals) to assist/support victims and to communicate with victims about their experiences.
Assesses victim needs, makes referrals and collaborates with community service organizations
Maintains contact with victim/witnesses to keep them updated on case status, and assists victims with such things as translator service, therapy referral, transportation arrangements to and from court, protective orders, emergency funds, and temporary housing/shelter programs
This position reports on site from 8:00AM to 5:00PM at the Republic Plaza building located at 370 17th St suite 5300 Denver, CO 80202.

Experience Requirement: Four (4) years of paid or volunteer human services experience providing casework, case management or trauma services to the victims of violent or non-violent crimes.
Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.

Position Salary Range
The office employs approximately 100 attorneys and 150 support staff, who are responsible for more than 6,000 felony and 12, 000 misdemeanor prosecutions annually.

The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience.
We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but is not limited to:
A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
457B Retirement Plan
132 hours of PTO earned within first year
11 Paid Holidays per year, plus 1 personal holiday
Education Refund Program (ERP) - a chance for the city to support your continued learning and career growth by investing in your future with the city
Care Bank - 8 weeks of Paid Family Leave (after the probation period is passed)
Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date
Assist with all witnesses at trial, including experts, law enforcement, and medical personnel
Education Requirement: Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Criminal Justice, or related field.
Education and Experience Equivalency: One (1) year of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for each required year of post-high school education.

The Mission of the Denver District Attorney's Office is to professionally and completely prosecute crimes and investigate potential crimes on behalf of the people of the State of Colorado, and in doing so, do justice, advocate for victims' rights and advise and consult in the deterrence and prevention of crime; to ensure the open, evenhanded and humane administration of justice.
The office employs approximately 100 attorneys and 150 support staff, who are responsible for more than 6,000 felony and 12, 000 misdemeanor prosecutions annually.
The current Denver District Attorney is Beth McCann.
We are currently seeking a qualified candidate for the role of the Victim Advocate II.

Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.

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