Job Information
YWCA Kitsap County Domestic Violence Legal Services Lead Advocate in Bremerton, Washington
Job Title: Domestic Violence Legal Services Advocate
Reports To: Legal Services Advocacy Manager
FLSA Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt
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SUMMARY
Provides support, advocacy and technical assistance to victims of domestic violence seeking YWCA legal assistance. Assists clients in navigating the civil and criminal court system. Connects clients to relevant community resources as needed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conducts intake interviews and needs assessments with victims of domestic violence and assists clients in accessing services related to their needs.
- Performs crisis intervention and on-going safety planning with clients.
- Provides outreach and domestic violence education to community organizations and groups that serve the community.
- Assists clients to understand and navigate the court system and the local community service system, so clients can ultimately advocate for themselves.
- Provides information and support in filing for protection orders.
- Assists clients in representing themselves in family law matters, protection order and criminal cases.
- Accompanies clients to court and/or clerk's office as needed.
- Assists clients in completing Victim Impact Statements and Crime Victim Compensation Forms.
- Collects and enters client data and service data.
- Participates in weekly and monthly client/program meetings, all staff meetings and trainings.
- Ensures that all services adhere to the principles of Advocacy Based Counseling (ABC).
- Maintains confidentiality of communication and records in accordance with State and Federal laws.
This is a general description of the responsibilities for the Legal Advocate position; other duties may by assigned by supervisor as needed.
This is a general description of the responsibilities of the Domestic Violence Legal Services Advocate position; other duties may be assigned by supervisor as needed.