Bilingual Court Advocate: Survivor Support Specialist

Ascend Nonprofit Solutions; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascend Nonprofit Solutions in Charlotte, NC is seeking a compassionate advocate to support survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and child maltreatment. You will provide intake, assessment, case management, crisis intervention, safety planning, and referrals; deliver in-person and virtual courtroom support; assist with DVPO paperwork and coordinate care; and facilitate survivor support groups.

Ideal candidates have a HS diploma, experience in human services, and Spanish-speaking

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Preference for experience working with victims or in human services.
• Spanish-speaking preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide intake, assessment, case management, crisis intervention, safety planning, court education, information, and referrals.
• Provide in-person and virtual courtroom support, accompaniment, and outreach to survivors of intimate partner violence, sexual assault, and child maltreatment.
• Assist clients with completing DVPO paperwork and coordinate care with community partners.
• Act with the client in mind to meet their needs and expectations.
• Facilitate support groups.
• Maintain confidential records and contribute to grant reporting and QA processes.
• Translate Safe Alliance documents when applicable.

Skills

Building Trust

Client Focus

Initiative

Teamwork

Technical Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Experience with victims / human services

Job description

Ascend Nonprofit Solutions in Charlotte, NC is seeking a compassionate advocate to support survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and child maltreatment. You will provide intake, assessment, case management, crisis intervention, safety planning, and referrals; deliver in-person and virtual courtroom support; assist with DVPO paperwork and coordinate care; and facilitate survivor support groups.

Ideal candidates have a HS diploma, experience in human services, and Spanish-speaking