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Victims' Rights Program Coordinator Opening
Turning Point, a program offering services to victims of domestic violence, is seeking the position of a Victim’s Rights Program Coordinator. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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Supervise the provision of victims’ rights advocacy services including legal advocacy for residents and non-residents.
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Provide support for advocates surrounding information about domestic violence legal issues.
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Provide individual advocacy for individuals with more complex legal issues.
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Coordinate the implementation with law enforcement and Turning Point to utilize the guidelines of a Lethality Assessment Program (LAP).
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Coordinate to provide training and technical assistance to the communities that are interested in the LAP.
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Assist law enforcement to understand the assessment tool and that it is not intended to bring every domestic violence victim into shelter.
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Provide training to staff who may answer a hotline call recognizing and utilizing LAP.
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Ensure regular training are being conducted with Turning Point staff and law enforcement.
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Document case activity in each resident’s and non-resident’s file and maintain other necessary records as appropriate.
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Develop agency relationships with all law enforcement officials, attorneys, prosecuting attorneys, and court personnel, and provide training and consultation when available.
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Accompanying clients to legal appointments, hearings, etc. upon request.
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Providing emotional support to victims of domestic violence.
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Document case activity in each client’s file and maintain other necessary records.
This is a full-time position with benefits. Salary range is commensurate with experience ($43,000-$53,000 per year).
Master’s Degree preferred, Bachelor’s degree in a human service-related field required. Must have supervisory experience.
Please submit resume to:
Turning Point
Program Director
P.O. Box 875
Marion, Ohio 43302
pburnside@turningpoint6.org
Or call for more information at 740-382-8988