What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bilingual Court Advocate position at Fearless! Hudson Valley, Inc.?
The Bilingual Court Advocate is primarily responsible for providing empathic, nonjudgmental support and direct case management services to victims/survivors of intersecting violence and abuse through the agency's 24-hour hotline, Family Justice Center, Sullivan County offices, and community-based organizations and systems in English and Spanish.
What You'll Bring Along
A Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Human Services, or a related field or equivalent work experience in providing Direct Crisis Counseling and Advocacy Services.
Must be knowledgeable in Microsoft Office programs and have experience with client management software
Valid Driver's License, Auto Insurance, and reliable transportation to travel between the agency's office sites and other locations throughout the service region.
Physical demands include but are not limited to long periods of sitting, standing, walking, driving, lifting up to 50 pounds, and navigating stairs.
Position Compensation, Class, And Schedule
Reports To: Legal Advocacy Program Manager
Classification/Status: Full-Time, Non-exempt
Pay Rate: Hourly Rate Range $22.59- $24.03
Primary Worksite: Sullivan County Government Center
Work Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with flexibility around evenings, weekends, and holidays; primarily business hours with some evening shifts required; one holiday per year required.
Key Responsibilities
Advocacy & Program Specific Responsibilities
Provide culturally informed, comprehensive trauma-responsive crisis intervention in person and via Crisis Hotline. Including, but not limited to: nonjudgmental, supportive individual or group counseling, assessments, shelter screenings, and intake interviews.
Facilitate advocacy and accompaniment services, assistance in preparing court documents, accessing support and services through other agencies, and transportation.
Support Safety planning and conduct risk assessments.
Conduct outreach and follow-up contact (as safe and appropriate).
Share information and referrals to outside agencies and providers (i.e., legal, housing, transportation, and economic options).
What You'll Bring Along
A Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Human Services, or a related field or equivalent work experience in providing Direct Crisis Counseling and Advocacy Services.
Must be knowledgeable in Microsoft Office programs and have experience with client management software
Valid Driver's License, Auto Insurance, and reliable transportation to travel between the agency's office sites and other locations throughout the service region.
Physical demands include but are not limited to long periods of sitting, standing, walking, driving, lifting up to 50 pounds, and navigating stairs.
Position Compensation, Class, And Schedule
Reports To: Legal Advocacy Program Manager
Classification/Status: Full-Time, Non-exempt
Pay Rate: Hourly Rate Range $22.59- $24.03
Primary Worksite: Sullivan County Government Center
Work Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with flexibility around evenings, weekends, and holidays; primarily business hours with some evening shifts required; one holiday per year required.
Key Responsibilities
Advocacy & Program Specific Responsibilities
Provide culturally informed, comprehensive trauma-responsive crisis intervention in person and via Crisis Hotline. Including, but not limited to: nonjudgmental, supportive individual or group counseling, assessments, shelter screenings, and intake interviews.
Facilitate advocacy and accompaniment services, assistance in preparing court documents, accessing support and services through other agencies, and transportation.
Support Safety planning and conduct risk assessments.
Conduct outreach and follow-up contact (as safe and appropriate).
Share information and referrals to outside agencies and providers (i.e., legal, housing, transportation, and economic options).
Salary : $23 - $24