Job description
Description
GENERAL PURPOSE: Offer emotional support, guidance through the criminal justice system
and crisis intervention to people who are victims of or witnesses to VRA crimes within Loveland city limits.
Timeline/ Order of Events:
- Interview
- Background Investigation
- Drug Screen
- Psychological Evaluation
- Polygraph
- Start Date
primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive.
- Provide advocacy and immediate crisis intervention for victims of and witnesses to VRA
- Respond to the scene of crimes and/or other locations to provide assistance to VRA crime victims/witnesses;
- Assess immediate needs to make referrals to the appropriate resource for follow up;
- Act as a liaison between victims/witnesses and the criminal justice system including but not limited to police, courts and district attorney’s office;
- Provide victims/witnesses with information on scheduled legal proceedings;
- Inform victims/witnesses of their rights under the Colorado Crime Compensation Act and the Colorado Law;
- Complete necessary reports and document services rendered and activities performed;
- Represent the Loveland Police Department in a positive and professional manner when
- Must be at least 21 years of age;
- Must possess a valid CO driver’s license
- Must live in close proximity to the city limits of Loveland in order to respond to calls in a
- Must possess strong interpersonal skills demonstrated in work history;
- Demonstrate a work history in areas requiring self-motivation and problem solving;
training in victim advocacy.
Working Environment: Office setting, often under tense and emotional circumstances. Work closely with officers and detectives. On-call approximately 12 hours per week during various work shifts: days, swings, and nights. Sitting and standing for extended periods of time. On scene interaction with victims/witnesses under stress conditions; Frequent attendance at trainings and meetings; Ride-along with patrol officer once every six months.
Selection Process: Prospective volunteers must successfully complete, at a minimum: a job application, an oral interview, and background investigation prior to
acceptance into the position. This list of elements is not necessarily all-inclusive and other relevant assessments may be applicable.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.
Qualifications
Licenses & Certifications
Required
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