Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Responsibilities/Duties
Orient and explain to victims, witnesses, and family members the court process and their rights throughout that process
Court accompaniment for victims, witnesses and family members
Crisis intervention for victims, witnesses, and family members who are in need as a result of their victimization
Provide written and verbal notification to victims and witnesses regarding arrests, arraignments, pre-trial conferences, motions, hearings, grand jury appearances, trials, defaults, dispositions, restitution hearings, sentencing and appellate proceedings
Assess and evaluate victim needs and assist with referrals for appropriate services such as: shelter, mental health counseling, peer support groups, emergency financial assistance, protection, and relocation
Provide formal and informal education and training to criminal justice and community agencies regarding victim rights and victim witness services
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in related field and experience in social services or criminal justice
Outstanding interpersonal skills and workplace etiquette
Ability to work well in a pressure environment with multiple deadlines while maintaining a high level of quality
A sincere interest in the public sector, the work of the NDAO, an overall understanding of the Criminal Justice System
The sensitive and confidential nature of our work requires strong personal character, integrity, judgment and maturity
A general knowledge of office practices and legal principles
Primary Location United States-Massachusetts-Canton - 45 Shawmut Road
Job Legal Services
Agency Norfolk DA
Schedule Full-time
Shift Day
Number of Openings 2
Salary 40,000.00 - 42,000.00 Yearly
If you have Diversity, Affirmitive Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Sara Ackerman - 7818304800
Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : No
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Orient and explain to victims, witnesses, and family members the court process and their rights throughout that process
Court accompaniment for victims, witnesses and family members
Crisis intervention for victims, witnesses, and family members who are in need as a result of their victimization
Provide written and verbal notification to victims and witnesses regarding arrests, arraignments, pre-trial conferences, motions, hearings, grand jury appearances, trials, defaults, dispositions, restitution hearings, sentencing and appellate proceedings
Assess and evaluate victim needs and assist with referrals for appropriate services such as: shelter, mental health counseling, peer support groups, emergency financial assistance, protection, and relocation
Provide formal and informal education and training to criminal justice and community agencies regarding victim rights and victim witness services
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in related field and experience in social services or criminal justice
Outstanding interpersonal skills and workplace etiquette
Ability to work well in a pressure environment with multiple deadlines while maintaining a high level of quality
A sincere interest in the public sector, the work of the NDAO, an overall understanding of the Criminal Justice System
The sensitive and confidential nature of our work requires strong personal character, integrity, judgment and maturity
A general knowledge of office practices and legal principles
Primary Location United States-Massachusetts-Canton - 45 Shawmut Road
Job Legal Services
Agency Norfolk DA
Schedule Full-time
Shift Day
Number of Openings 2
Salary 40,000.00 - 42,000.00 Yearly
If you have Diversity, Affirmitive Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Sara Ackerman - 7818304800
Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : No
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