Tara Knarr
Decatur,TX
Summary
Experienced Victim/Witness Coordinator with a strong background in victim support, court procedure, and case management. Skilled in trauma-informed care, interagency coordination, and guiding vulnerable individuals through complex criminal proceedings.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Victim/Witness Coordinator
Wise County Attorney
Decatur, Texas
08.2006 - Current
- Maintained consistent communication with victims and witnesses throughout criminal proceedings to provide ongoing support and information.
- Monitored court hearings and offered emotional support to victims during trial testimony, fostering resilience.
- Clarified court dates, plea hearings, and trial steps for victims to ensure understanding and preparedness.
- Explained court procedures, terminology, and expectations to victims and witnesses.
- Prepared restitution, compensation, and referral details for victim services.
- Supported victim and witness notices for county attorney court proceedings.
- Communicated with attorneys, law enforcement, and court staff about case status.
- Participated in training sessions regarding trauma-informed care and crisis intervention techniques for working with vulnerable populations.
- Collaborated with other social service agencies on initiatives supporting survivors of violence.
- Evaluated work of staff to maintain quality and effectiveness of victim services.
Administrative Assistant
Wise Pediatrics
Decatur, TX
12.2002 - 08.2006
- Streamlined front desk operations and ensured efficient reception duties.
- Answered phones and scheduled appointments using practice booking system.
- Checked patients in and out for appointments and collected co-payments.
- Greeted patients, assessed purpose of visit, and facilitated connections with appropriate staff.
- Carried out daily tasks by professionally communicating with physicians, nursing staff, technicians and medical assistants.
- Verified patient information and updated confidential medical records.
- Entered insurance, demographics and health history into patient database.
- Arranged waiting room furniture and materials to enhance patient experience and comfort. to maintain neat and organized space.
Education
High School Diploma -
Alvord High School
Alvord05-2001
Skills
- Victim support
- Court procedure
- Case management
- Restitution processing
- Trauma-informed care
- Interagency coordination
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Victim/Witness Coordinator
Wise County Attorney
08.2006 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Wise Pediatrics
12.2002 - 08.2006
High School Diploma -
Alvord High School