Job Information
YWCA Central Massachusetts SAFEPLAN ADVOCATE - Worcester Court House in Worcester, Massachusetts
SAFEPLAN ADVOCATE - Worcester Court House
Job Details
Job Location
YWCA Central Massachusetts - Worcester, MA
Education Level
4 Year Degree
Salary Range
$19.33 - $19.33 Hourly
Travel Percentage
Negligible
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Nonprofit - Social Services
Description
As a Court Advocate you will represent the YWCA of Central Massachusetts, its mission and vision to the general public and professional groups and individuals. You will provide victims of domestic violence the following support in a court-based setting: information on safety planning; explanation of the legal process involved in obtaining and maintaining M.G.L. c.209A protective orders and other legal options; accompaniment into the courtroom and in-court advocacy; and information and referrals to community resources available to victims of domestic violence and act as liaison between SAFEPLAN and Domestic Violence Services.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide court-based advocacy services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking and their families
Provide confidential and comprehensive direct services to victims who come to court seeking protection from abuse
Provide support, referrals, and empowerment advocacy to victims of domestic violence who are in the court system
Provide information regarding the judicial system, both criminal and civil
Appear in court and advocate on behalf of the Program Participant with representatives of law enforcement, prosecution, and court
Assist with arrangements for additional legal services
Assess participants’ needs
Assess lethality of participants’ situation
Assist Program Participant with adaptation and development of safety plan
Maintain and report statistical measurements as required
Maintain documentation as required
Refer/advocate victims to community resources as necessary
Maintain current knowledge of domestic violence
Other duties and tasks as assigned by Supervisor/Manager
Qualifications
Experience in domestic violence intervention preferred
Bi-lingual/Bi-Cultural
Proficient computer skills
Ability to make community presentations
Ability to advocate on behalf of victims
Ability to perform calmly in crisis situations
Training and experience in crisis intervention counseling preferred
Valid MA driver’s license
YWCA is an affirmative action/equal employment opportunity employer.
Survivors of domestic or sexual violence, people of color, people with disabilities, people who are bilingual/bicultural, and members of the LGBTQ community are strongly encouraged to apply.