Crime Victim Specialist

SUMMARY:

The purpose of the Crime Victim Specialist is to support all victims of violent crimes in the City of New Orleans. The coordinator of victims support services will offer victims information, emotional support, assist with researching, locating resources and filling out paperwork. The designated coordinator will also attend court with victims, contact organizations such as criminal justice or social service agencies, to get help or information from victims.

FUNCTIONS/DUTIES:

• Manage staff crisis hotlines;

• Run support group;

• Make referrals to provide in-person counseling;

• Ensures overall case management of all intakes providing information on victimization.

• Work with all local, federal agencies and the community providing information on crime prevention by trainings and presentations;

• Providing information on victims’ legal rights and protections;

• Providing emotional support to all primary and secondary victims;

• Assist victims and survivors with safety planning;

• Assist victims with the Crime Victims Reparations application for compensation;

• Help victims find shelter and transportation;

• Provide referral for other services for victims; helping to arrange funerals; and

• Notifying victims of inmate's release or escape through the VINELINK or Louisiana Automated Victim Notification System (LAVNS).

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or; College degree preferred courses; or specific course work and experience in psychology, human resources, customer service, or education and at least 2 – 4 years of college courses or degrees in, Criminal Justice, Administration, Social Sciences.