Outreach Victim Advocate - Temporary

Position Summary

The Outreach Victim Advocate (Temp) position is a 12-week temporary position providing dedicated advocacy and on-call support services to the participating jurisdictions of Frederick, Firestone, Dacono and Mead. This role offers the opportunity to make a direct and meaningful impact by supporting victims, their families, and witnesses during critical moments of need. Working in close partnership with law enforcement, court personnel, and community partners, the Outreach Victim Advocate delivers crisis intervention, case management, advocacy, and referrals to essential community resources. The position also guides victims through the criminal justice system and connects them with services that promote safety, stability, and recovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides direct victim advocacy and support services across cooperating agencies.
• Conducts initial and follow-up contact with victims, family members, and witnesses.
• Reviews and interprets police reports to assess victims’ needs and required services.
• Captures referrals to community-based resources and service providers.
• Aids in victim compensation and financial assistance applications.
• Maintains accurate case notes, documentation, and statistical data for grant reporting.
• Maintains strict confidentiality in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Works a flexible schedule, including on-call, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Collaborates with law enforcement and service providers to ensure coordinated victim support.
• Assesses ongoing victim needs and adjusts service plans as cases progress.

Education & Work Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree in social work, criminal justice, psychology or a related field preferred.
• At least 2 years in victim advocacy or related field.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in computer software, including Microsoft Office.

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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Working Conditions

• Regularly required to communicate verbally and effectively use vision and hearing to perform job duties.
• Frequently required to use hands for fine motor tasks, including handling, grasping, and manipulating objects.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms.
• Work is primarily performed in field-based environments.
• May be exposed to a range of weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, sun, wind, and snow.
• Work environment noise level is typically moderate.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Town of Frederick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, hiring and developing a diverse workforce. The Town does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state and local law. The Town of Frederick provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable federal and state law.