Court Advocacy Clerk Intern – VPO Support

University of Central Oklahoma; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The YWCA DVVAP seeks a FWSP student intern to support court advocacy and domestic violence outreach, primarily off-campus at the Oklahoma County Courthouse. Duties include assisting with VPO filings, providing information on VPO processes, and delivering direct client contact through court advocacy under supervision.

Applicants should demonstrate strong organization, communication skills, and cultural sensitivity, with a willingness to learn and support the DVVAP mission and community services.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities in a professional setting.
• Clear written and verbal communication; sensitivity to diverse clients.
• Ability to work as a team player and show initiative with guidance.
• Detail oriented, dependable, and thorough in completing tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in writing Victims Protective Orders (VPOs) and related documents.
• Provide information about VPOs and court advocacy to clients.
• Offer direct client contact through court advocacy under supervision.
• Support DVVAP education and resources for clients and the community.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Team player

Written communication

Oral communication

Intercultural sensitivity

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Detail oriented

Dependable

Thorough

Job description

The YWCA DVVAP seeks a FWSP student intern to support court advocacy and domestic violence outreach, primarily off-campus at the Oklahoma County Courthouse. Duties include assisting with VPO filings, providing information on VPO processes, and delivering direct client contact through court advocacy under supervision.

Applicants should demonstrate strong organization, communication skills, and cultural sensitivity, with a willingness to learn and support the DVVAP mission and community services.