Legal Advocate

3 weeks ago

Berkeley, United States YWCA Evanston North Shore Full time
Job Title: Legal Advocate

About the Role:

The Legal Advocate will provide court-based legal advocacy services for survivors of domestic violence seeking orders of protection. This position requires significant versatility, flexibility, patience, and initiative to effectively navigate the complexity and unpredictability of the court system.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provides legal advocacy and support to survivors of domestic violence at Cook County's District 2 Courthouse and at YWCA Evanston/North Shore.
  • Assists survivors of domestic violence with understanding their legal rights under the IDVA, seeking orders of protection, and accompanies them to court.
  • Maintains relationships with courthouse personnel and community partners.
  • Provides safety planning and assessment to all clients accessing legal advocacy services.
  • Facilitates legal information groups for survivors of domestic violence.
  • Assists with preparation and timely submission of all client-related court documents.
  • Refers clients to legal service providers and community partners as needed.
  • Provides follow-up services to active clients of the program.
  • Develops and maintains relationships with courthouse personnel and community partners.
  • Administers an evaluation process for the clients.

Requirements:

  • High School Degree or equivalent.
  • At least 1 year experience delivering direct services to survivors of trauma.
  • Successful completion of Illinois 40-Hour Domestic Violence Training certificate within 60 days of start.
  • Acquisition of the Certified Domestic Violence Professional credential within 12 months of employment.
  • First Aid/CPR within 6 months of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in counseling, social work, legal studies, or other related fields.
  • At least 3 years of experience with court systems and the legal advocacy needs of survivors.
  • Experience providing training on issues surrounding domestic violence.
  • Experience submitting reporting documentation and completing intake paperwork.

Working Environment:

This position works primarily at the District #2 Skokie Courthouse in both office and courtroom environments. Employee may be required to share office space. Employee may be required to work from home. Employee will frequently have meetings or work in other buildings.

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