Occupation
Victim services coordinator
Supports people affected by crime as they move through the justice process, explaining what happens next and arranging practical and emotional help. The role often means being the one steady point of contact in a system that feels opaque from outside.
Also known as: Victim services worker · Victim support coordinator · Victim advocate
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Part of Law, compliance and justice
What the work involves
- Contact people referred by police, prosecutors, or the court after an incident
- Explain the steps of the justice process and what each one will involve
- Refer clients to counselling, housing, financial assistance, and health services
- Help prepare impact statements and arrange court familiarisation visits
- Accompany clients to hearings and liaise with prosecutors and police
- Keep case notes and handle sensitive information carefully
How people commonly enter
- College diploma or bachelor's degree in social work, criminology, or human services
- Volunteer or front-line experience in a crisis line or community support service
- Employer training in trauma-informed practice and the local justice process
Typical training: Bachelor's degree
Licensing: Not typically licensed
Typical work context
Public facing · High responsibility · Varied work · Team based
Related interests
Social (helping) · Enterprising (leading)
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