The Charter County of Wayne

The Charter County of Wayne is Michigan's largest county. We are home to 34 cities and nine townships. From Rockwood to Livonia, from Sumpter Township to the Grosse Pointes, each community in Wayne County offers residents and businesses a unique blend of opportunity to live, work, play and raise families. Headquartered in Detroit, our largest city and the automotive capital of the world, Wayne County offers a diversified economy and high standards for our residents' quality of life. Our history is rich and we take pride in being one of the most diverse communities that values culture, arts, and world-class amenities. Wayne County provides leadership that ensures the County operates efficiently, effectively, and responsibly. We provide transparently while building a stronger County inclusive of collaborations, innovation, and a clear focus on serving our residents.

DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR JOB DUTIES

Victim's Advocate 1's work in the Wayne County Prosecuting Attorney's Office and County Clerk's Office. They work with the victims of crimes. Duties may include conducting interviews, counseling clients, making referrals and recommendations, serving as a liaison and advocate, attending court hearings, explaining programs and court orders, maintaining records and processing required paperwork. The Victim's Advocate 1 may assist clients in identifying and obtaining available benefits and social and community services.

Required Tasks

• Provide emotional support and crisis counseling.
• Explain court procedures; accompany victims to court; provide case update information
• Make referrals to appropriate counseling agencies for long-term therapy when necessary.
• Function as a team member with Assistant Prosecutors, the Department of Human Services and Police Department Child Units.
• Interview individuals or family members.
• Submit reports and review reports
• Maintain records and processing required paperwork
• Conduct interviews and provide counseling on their rights/responsibilities relative to the PPO Victim Assistance program.
• Track PPO cases via the Court's case management system and maintain filing, service, and referral statistics.
• Serve as liaison and advocate on the victim's behalf and accompany victims to court hearings when necessary.
• Keep records or prepare reports for management concerning visits with clients.
• Provide information or refer individuals to public or private agencies or community services for assistance relative to Personal Protection Orders.
• Assist victims in completing the necessary documents for Crime Victims Compensation Claims, when applicable,
• Interview individuals or family members to compile information on social, educational, criminal, institutional, or drug history.
• Submit reports and review reports or problems with superior.
• Perform data entry of case processing

Education/Experience Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Guidance and Counseling or Human/Social Services; AND
• One (1) year of post degree experience in Human or Social Services Field;