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Victim Support Specialist

Phoenix, AZ ยท On-site

$17.78 - $20.67/hr

Position Summary The Victim Support Specialist is responsible for managing a caseload and providing individualized services to eligible primary and secondary victims of crime based on their needs.

INTERN - Victim Services

Wooster, OH ยท On-site

$13 - $17.50/hr

Gain experience in various areas of mental health, from outpatient services to victim support. * Supportive Learning: Our program offers extensive shadowing opportunities before taking on a caseload ...

Victim Advocate

$83.94K - $109.12K/yr

Provide immediate and long-term advocacy services, crisis intervention support, including ... Basic Requirement for Victim Advocate: A. Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in ...

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How much do victim support jobs pay per hour?

As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for victim support in the United States is $18.59, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $20.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Victim Support Worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Victim Support Worker, you need strong knowledge of crisis intervention, safeguarding procedures, and relevant legal frameworks, often supported by a background in social work, psychology, or a related field. Familiarity with case management systems, risk assessment tools, and safeguarding protocols is essential. Excellent communication, empathy, resilience, and cultural sensitivity are vital soft skills for building trust and effectively supporting vulnerable individuals. These skills ensure that victims receive appropriate emotional support, guidance, and advocacy during challenging times, promoting their recovery and safety.

What are some common challenges faced by Victim Support professionals, and how are these challenges typically addressed in the workplace?

Victim Support professionals often encounter emotionally charged situations, which can lead to compassion fatigue or burnout. To address this, organizations typically provide regular supervision, access to counseling services, and opportunities for peer support. Additionally, training on managing trauma and maintaining professional boundaries is common, helping staff maintain their own well-being while providing effective support to victims. Open communication within teams and structured debriefing sessions are also important for processing difficult cases.

What is victim support?

Victim support refers to services and assistance provided to individuals who have experienced crime or trauma. These services can include emotional support, practical help, information about legal rights, and guidance through the criminal justice process. The goal is to help victims recover, cope with the effects of crime, and ensure they are treated with respect and dignity. Victim support workers may be employed by charities, government organizations, or the police. They play a crucial role in empowering victims and helping them rebuild their lives.
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Infographic showing various Victim Support job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 94% Part Time, and 3% Temporary. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $38,671 per year, or $18.6 per hour.
Victim Support Specialist

Victim Support Specialist

Friendly House

Phoenix, AZ โ€ข On-site

$17.78 - $20.67/hr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago


Job description

Friendly House, Inc., is a 501(c) 3 non-profit agency located in Phoenix, Arizona whose primary function is to provide a variety of educational and social service programming aimed at addressing the needs of low-income individuals and families, vulnerable populations and diverse communities. Additionally, Friendly House operates a charter school, Academia del Pueblo, with the mission to provide an academic environment which promotes a culture of high expectations to students from diverse cultures. Friendly House was organized in 1920 as the Phoenix Americanization Committee by a group of Phoenix citizens with the assistance of the United States Department of Education. In our 100-year history, the work of Friendly House has resulted in building resilient communities that are helping to spur economic development, stabilize neighborhoods and revitalize our city.
Position Summary
The Victim Support Specialist is responsible for managing a caseload and providing individualized services to eligible primary and secondary victims of crime based on their needs. Under the supervision of the Victim Advocate Services Supervisor, the Victim Support Specialist is to provide a wide range of services including but not limited to; safety planning, crisis intervention, court accompaniment, relocation client assistance services, outreach, and referrals to partner organization as needed. The Victim Support Specialist is to assist victims of crime and support them in creating a plan to stabilize their lives after victimization.
Location: Phoenix, AZ (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $17.78 - $20.67 per hour
Job Qualifications:
  • High School GED or equivalent
  • Social service or related experience
  • Must be 21 years of age or older
  • Driver's license and reliable transportation
  • Must have or be able to obtain DPS Level 1 fingerprint clearance card
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) required

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Associate degree or Bachelor's degree in related field
  • 2 years of experience with victim advocacy, social work, or related experience
  • Experience and/or knowledge of victimization types
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills
  • Experience connecting clients with community resources
  • Have the compassion and sensitivity to work with survivors
  • Knowledge of principles and practices of case management

Responsibilities:
  • Provide individualized supportive services such as crisis intervention services, create individual goals, safety planning, coordinate referrals
  • Court accompaniment for support
  • Determine eligibility for client assistance services such as utility assistance, rent assistance, legal fee services, and transportation based on clients' needs.
  • Ensure confidentiality of clients
  • Participate in community events and collaborative groups/ coalitions
  • Complete intake applications and update client files on a routine basis
  • Coordinate services with the Immigration Department and assist with documentation
  • Assist victims in completion of victim impact statements
  • Provide translation services and/or coordinate with Interpreter/Translation service provider
  • Assist with grant reporting requirements
  • Data entry
  • Provide information of victim rights
  • Inform clients the crime victim compensation program and assist with application if needed
  • Ensures complete and accurate case documentation of activities and services
  • Participate in ongoing professional development/training requirements
  • Performs other duties assigned by the Victim Advocate Services Supervisor

The pay range for this role is:
17.78 - 20.67 USD per hour (Phoenix)