Trauma-Informed Civil Justice Advocate | Court Support

Maine Tasting Center; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K with employer match

32-hour work week

13 paid holidays

20 days of accrued leave

Flexible, family-friendly options

Job summary

Safe Voices Domestic Violence and Sex Trafficking Resource Center in Lewiston is seeking a full-time Androscoggin County Civil Justice Advocate to provide trauma-informed advocacy to victims of domestic abuse and violence, both in person and by phone, and to support the civil protection from abuse process.

The role includes court accompaniment, safety planning, data documentation, and collaboration with partners.

Qualifications

• Pass State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) check.
• Pass Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) check.
• Pass Department of Motor Vehicle check.
• Hold valid Maine driver's license, reliable transportation and willingness to travel on occasion.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent related work experience.
• Experience and proficiency in presentation tools such as PowerPoint, Prezi, Canva, and Menti.
• Experience in crisis and/or advocacy services and an understanding of the unique needs and challenges specific to serving youth audiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed advocacy to victims and survivors of domestic abuse and violence.
• Work with individuals on our helpline and in person.
• Develop positive and productive relationships with persons served.
• Assist in the creation of a personalized client safety plan.
• Coordinate services and avoid duplication by working directly with other service providers and empowering individuals to have control over their options.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to, and understanding of, the cultural and socioeconomic status of persons served.
• Demonstrate knowledge of issues faced by those who experience domestic abuse and violence.
• Assist in identifying resources that may be of help to persons requesting services and makes referrals to resources necessary to achieve safety and independence from the abusive situation or environment.
• Work collaboratively with all Safe Voices employees.
• Responsible for data collection, file maintenance and monthly reports.
• Utilize Danger Assessment and ODARA recidivism assessment tools to identify indicators of lethality and high-risk domestic violence cases.
• Make referral for High-Risk Response Team (HRRT) and Coordinated Community Response (CCR) Team meetings as appropriate.
• Attend High Risk Response Meetings, Multidisciplinary Team Meetings, and Coordinated Community Response meetings as appropriate.
• Notify supervisor if there is a conflict when working with an individual person or party.

Skills

Trauma-informed advocacy

Court accompaniment

Crisis intervention

Public speaking/presentations

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent related work experience

Tools

PowerPoint

Prezi

Canva

Menti

Job description

Safe Voices Domestic Violence and Sex Trafficking Resource Center in Lewiston is seeking a full-time Androscoggin County Civil Justice Advocate to provide trauma-informed advocacy to victims of domestic abuse and violence, both in person and by phone, and to support the civil protection from abuse process.

The role includes court accompaniment, safety planning, data documentation, and collaboration with partners.