Legal Advocate

3 months ago

Charleston, United States Hope Of East Central Illinois Full time

Legal Advocate

HOPE of East Central Illinois is dedicated to ending domestic violence by providing a wide range of services for survivors. We are currently seeking a full-time Legal Advocate to join the team at our Charleston, Illinois office. This position will be responsible for advocacy, counseling and supportive services within our service area.

HOPE of East Central Illinois offers paid time off, a competitive salary and benefits package including health, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance as well as a matched contribution towards a SIMPLE IRA retirement plan.

This position will provide direct services to victims of Domestic Violence that include but are not limited to:
• advocacy, counseling and facilitating support groups as directed
• completing client intakes and documentation of services
• information/referrals
• assisting with goal planning and safety planning
• providing transportation, covering the hotline and providing back-up services as necessary

This position requires the ability to:
• work independently
• utilize sound judgement
• the capacity to respond to crisis situations in a professional manner
• the capability to balance priorities and tasks
• become 40-hour domestic violence trained

The ideal candidate must have:
• excellent verbal and written communication skills
• a Bachelor's degree in human services or a related field
• prior related work experience
• a driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance
• the ability to complete the required background checks

This position answers to the Director of Advocacy. It may require some evenings, flexible hours, and coverage of the crisis hotline. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Successful candidates will demonstrate an ability to commit to the philosophy and programming at HOPE of East Central Illinois, which includes a commitment to survivors' issues, and a shared belief in helping to create a society free from violence. Successful candidates must be willing to engage in difficult and direct communication in an effort to contribute to a healthy positive work culture. An understanding of issues facing rural communities, knowledge of community resources and a sensitivity to the needs of survivors and their children is required. Successful candidates must be able to communicate and work effectively with a diverse population of clients and must be able to work effectively as an individual as well as a team member.

HOPE is an equal opportunity employer offering a competitive wage and benefits package. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status

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