Job Description
TITLE: Legal Advocate
REPORTS TO: Director of Legal Advocacy
CLASSIFICATION: Full Time Non-Exempt
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW:
Turning Point, Inc in Mount Clemens, MI is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Turning Point, Inc empowers survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, and human trafficking through comprehensive services and resources while advocating for community action to end oppression and violence. We offer emergency shelter, housing, advocacy/counseling, forensic nurse examiner program & first response advocacy services, 24-hour hotline, personal protection order assistance and legal advocacy, community education, and systems change.
POSITION SUMMARY :
The Legal Advocate’s responsibilities include providing court assistance and advocacy to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and maintaining the Personal Protection Order Office at the Circuit Court building; including staffing office hours, as well as providing referrals, direct assistance, and crisis intervention to survivors.
SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:
The ideal candidate must have knowledge of survivor-centered, trauma-informed, and advocacy-based interventions with survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking that are rooted in anti-oppression values and the empowerment model. Specific knowledge in housing, crisis intervention, trauma-informed practices, lethality assessments, group facilitation, and safety planning are desired as demonstrated success building teams, collaborating with peers, and solving problems. Candidates must also have knowledge of advocacy with survivors in various systems including healthcare, criminal justice, family court, child welfare, education, and human services. Additionally, candidates should have knowledge about victim’s rights, community resources, and the impact of violence on survivors and loved ones. The ideal candidate must have strong written and verbal communication skills. As our free, confidential services are inclusive and accessible to honor the unique needs, identities, and experiences of individuals who identify as a survivor of domestic violence, sexual violence, or human trafficking, candidates must demonstrate the ability to work with all survivors and understand the unique barriers that survivors with intersecting oppressed identities will encounter. Candidates must also demonstrate knowledge of the cultural and societal influences that impact survivors’ experiences and healing, as well as trauma-informed counseling practices for both adult and child survivors. Additionally, skills in assessing and intervening with suicidal clients are essential to ensure safety and support through crisis-responsive, survivor-centered approaches.
EDUCATION:
A bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Criminal Justice or related field is required or 5 years’ experience in survivor/legal advocacy
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Working Conditions :
Turning Point, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, height, weight or Veteran status.
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