Monday, July 25, 2011

Assistant State's Attorney Receives Accreditation As Intervention Specialist

Stephanie Burton, assigned to the victim services division of the McHenry County State’s Attorney’s Office, received accreditation as a victim advocate by the National Advocate Credentialing Program (NACP)

State’s Attorney Louis A. Bianchi explains that the national organization designated Ms. Burton as a Domestic Violence Intervention Specialist and a Sexual Assault Intervention Specialist. To gain accreditation, Ms. Burton was required to complete extensive education and training requirements, secure observation evaluations from supervisors, and obtain letters of recommendations from both attorneys and colleagues in the community.

Ms. Burton is one of two specialists assigned to the victim services division of the McHenry County State’s Attorney’s Office. The other specialist, Sara Danczyk, received national accreditation in 2008. The certifications reflect the hard work of both advocates and their tireless dedication in helping victims of violent crimes. 

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