Victim Services Specialist (Probation Counselor II)
Location: Fairfax, VA
Job Number: 24-01825
Salary: $64,190.88 - $106,984.59
Closing Date: August 9, 2024
We are looking for candidates who have:
Join us in making a difference in the lives of crime victims by providing essential support and guidance. Apply today to become a vital part of our dedicated team at the Fairfax County Police Department.
Location: Fairfax, VA
Job Number: 24-01825
Salary: $64,190.88 - $106,984.59
Closing Date: August 9, 2024
Join the Fairfax County Police Department’s Major Crimes Bureau as a Victim Services Specialist. This critical role reports directly to the Director of Victim Services and will be based at one of the eight district police stations or the Fairfax County Public Safety Headquarters.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive support and services to victims of violent crimes.
- Offer crisis counseling and assistance in a law enforcement setting to victims and their families.
- Deliver emotional, physical, financial, and practical support.
- Facilitate access to the criminal justice system and related support agencies.
- Respond to crime scenes, including during evenings, weekends, and holidays, to provide crisis intervention and follow-up resources.
- Offer information and support related to the criminal justice process.
- Maintain consistent communication with victims and witnesses throughout investigations, prosecutions, and judicial proceedings.
- Develop and sustain a thorough understanding of community resources.
We are looking for candidates who have:
- Strong commitment to supporting victims of crime.
- Ability to work in a law enforcement environment and respond to emergencies.
- Excellent communication and crisis intervention skills.
- Knowledge of community resources and the criminal justice system.
Join us in making a difference in the lives of crime victims by providing essential support and guidance. Apply today to become a vital part of our dedicated team at the Fairfax County Police Department.
