Victim Advocate Program internship manual : an honors thesis (HONRS 499)

Abstract

This Victim Advocate Program Internship Manual is to serve as a comprehensive resource for future interns of this program. The manual is divided into many sections, each of which offers valuable information to ease the stress and confusion of starting an internship in a new environment. First, background information is presented about the agency. Laws and rights pertaining to victim services are detailed next. There are a variety of forms and services that the intern must quickly become familiar with. Therefore, a large section of the manual is dedicated to understanding and mastering these important daily procedures. Making referrals is another important function of the program and this resource provides information to interns about community resources and making referrals. The last major section gives information about the Investigations Division and the Prosecutor's Office. A victim advocate will work closely with both of these agencies.