Restitution Victim Advocate (VAP)
Application Deadline: May 31, 2023 Location: Santa Ana, California, United States
RESTITUTION VICTIM ADVOCATE
Victim Assistance Program – Santa Ana.F/T, Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Responsibilities Include:
- Works in Superior Court Victim/Witness Center to determine and distribute court ordered restitution payments for crime victims from their offenders.
- Assist victims of crime as required to mitigate the impact of victimization and collection of restitution, as well as providing ongoing education and support around restitution.
Requirements Include:
- Bachelor’s Degree required and two years of related experience working with people in a human services setting or customer service setting.
- Knowledge of restitution and working in a victim witness office preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Ability to travel to other court centers to provide support and coverage.
- Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to the cultural/ethnic diversity of the service population and to be sensitive to the needs of special populations.
- Valid California driver’s license, auto liability insurance, and a satisfactory driving record.
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
Starting pay range: $21.38 - 22.45 hourly
Equal Opportunity Employer
Waymakers is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state and/or local laws.
