Victim Assistant Advocate - Part-Time

General Duties: Performs a variety of duties related to the office's Victim Assistance Program. Will contact victims of crime to offer support, information, counseling and resources. This role is classified as a 0.5 FTE part-time position. Salary is prorated based on part-time status. Must be available to work up to 29 hours/week and on call hours. Supervision Exercised: Has supervisory responsibility as needed over volunteers including on call supervisor duties. Supervision Received: Reports directly to the Supervisor, Victims Assistance Program. Examples of Duties and Responsibilities: Help victims regain their physical and emotional well-being by means of intervention and advocacy. Assess the needs of victims and makes the appropriate referrals and necessary follow-up. Keep victims informed about the status of their case. Assist victims with the return of their property. Inform victims of the release of the defendant from custody pending prosecution. Make program recommendations. Ensure compliance with the rights afforded to victims under the Colorado constitutional amendment on victims' rights.