Job Type: Full-Time Temporary
Location: 1060 Richards Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
Department: Prosecuting Attorney
*This is a Full-Time Temporary Contract Position (Extension of Contract Term Subject to Funding Availability)
DUTIES SUMMARY:
This is the entry level position that trains to become a Victim/Witness Counselor.
Under direct supervision, this position:
1) Trains to interview victims/witnesses of violent crime to determine assistance needs; recommend services; monitor the progress of the criminal case; and the continuing needs of victims and witnesses.
2) Trains In appropriate communication and Interaction with victims and witnesses; accompanies victims and witnesses to court proceedings; provides outreach services to victims and witnesses of misdemeanor trials at family and district courts.
3) Trains to provide crisis counseling to victims and witnesses.
4) Learns about appropriate governmental or social service agencies and the services available.
5) Learns about the Hawaii criminal justice system and its policies and procedures relating to victims of crimes.
6) Assists with special projects and tasks as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university.
LICENSE REQUIREMENT: Possession of an appropriate valid Hawaii State driver’s license (Type 3).
In addition to providing important services to the public, employment with the City & County of Honolulu has many excellent benefits including:
To view additional information, please visit our Benefits of City Employment page: https://www.honolulu.gov/hr/benefits.html
* All benefits as stated above, are subject to eligibility requirements and to legislative and/or negotiated changes. Individuals are responsible for any related fees or charges that may apply.
At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under Federal law for unrestricted employment.
The City and County of Honolulu is an Equal Opportunity Employer