Trauma-Informed Court Advocate | DV Support

Crisisctr; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(B) Matching

403(B)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Job summary

The Crisis Center for South Suburbia is seeking a Court Advocate to provide trauma‑informed court advocacy services to survivors, guiding them through the legal process with compassionate, confidential support. You will liaise with courts, law enforcement, and legal resources to ensure client needs and safety are prioritized.

This role requires strong advocacy skills, bilingual ability preferred, and a commitment to upholding the center’s mission in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, criminal justice, human services, or related field.
• 1-3 years experience with courts or DV survivors preferred.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and victim advocacy.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Bilingual strongly preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct court advocacy services to agency clients and court-referred individuals.
• Serve as liaison between domestic violence courts, law enforcement, and clients.
• Offer crisis intervention, safety planning, and emotional support in person and by phone.
• Educate clients on the dynamics of domestic violence and their legal rights and options.
• Provide information and referrals to legal resources and supportive services.
• Ensure interactions are trauma-informed, client-centered, and confidential.
• Collaborate with court personnel, including judges, clerks, sheriffs, state's attorneys, public defenders, and private attorneys.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships within the court system to support client outcomes.
• Collaborate with court advocacy staff and support volunteers and interns within the program.
• Facilitate Legal Support Groups and contribute to the 40-hour Domestic Violence Training.
• Provide training and education to law enforcement and community partners.
• Support the development and implementation of training initiatives for court stakeholders and external partners.
• Network with partner agencies to strengthen community response efforts.
• Attend Court Advocacy staff meetings and other required organizational meetings.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with agency standards.
• Adhere to all CCSS policies, procedures, and confidentiality requirements.
• Maintain professional conduct and appropriate courtroom etiquette at all times.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of the Illinois Domestic Violence Act and related legal processes.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support program operations.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Victim advocacy

Interpersonal communication

Confidentiality

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work, criminal justice, human services, or related field

Job description

The Crisis Center for South Suburbia is seeking a Court Advocate to provide trauma‑informed court advocacy services to survivors, guiding them through the legal process with compassionate, confidential support. You will liaise with courts, law enforcement, and legal resources to ensure client needs and safety are prioritized.

This role requires strong advocacy skills, bilingual ability preferred, and a commitment to upholding the center’s mission in a fast-paced environment.