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Safe Voices is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry or national origin, color, sex, immigration status, age, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

A. PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Oxford County Criminal Justice Advocate provides direct advocacy to survivors with the purpose of increasing safety for victims and survivors of domestic abuse and violence by giving them greater and more effective access to judicial protections and to assist them with a full range of safety planning and support services both in and outside of the criminal court setting. This position will be based out of our Oxford County office.

B. ESSENTIAL TASKS

Individual Advocacy:

Provide trauma-informed advocacy to victims and survivors of domestic abuse and violence. Work with individuals on our helpline and in person. Develop positive and productive relationships with persons served. Assist in the creation of a personalized client safety plan. Coordinate services and avoid duplication by working directly with other service providers and empowering individuals to have control over their options. Demonstrate sensitivity to, and understanding of, the cultural and socioeconomic status of persons served. Demonstrate knowledge of issues faced by those who experience domestic abuse and violence. Assist in identifying resources that may be of help to persons requesting services and makes referrals to resources necessary to achieve safety and independence from the abusive situation or environment. Work collaboratively with all Safe Voices employees. Responsible for data collection, file maintenance and monthly reports. Utilize Danger Assessment and ODARA recidivism assessment tools to identify indicators of lethality and high risk domestic violence cases. Make referral for High Risk Response Team (HRRT) and Coordinated Community Response (CCR) Team meetings as appropriate. Attend High Risk Response Meetings, Multidisciplinary Team Meetings, and Coordinated Community Response meetings as appropriate. Notify supervisor if there is a conflict when working with an individual person or party.

Criminal Court Advocacy:

Accompany victims and survivors of domestic abuse and violence to court. Provide emotional support and basic information about the courts, criminal prosecutions, role of the survivor/witness, and civil protection from abuse order process to clients during all applicable court proceedings. Work cohesively and respectfully with court officers, Judges and appointed legal representatives. Whenever possible, meet with persons served, prior to court date, to prepare for court appearance. Maintain positive working relationship and communication with Assistant District Attorneys and Victim Witness Advocates. Attend criminal court proceeding at the request of survivors, law enforcement, and/or the district attorney's office. Initiate contact with clients who are not otherwise engaged in services through the Advocate Initiated Reponses (AIR) process. Cover court in the absence of other advocates as assigned. Inform victims of rights under the Violence Against Women Act. Support victims in filing Victims Compensation claims in compliance with program guidelines. Immediately notify supervisor or Executive Director when served with a subpoena to ensure the best course of action in each specific case and circumstance. Document all client interactions in accordance to Safe Voices data and documentation guidelines. Provide legal advocacy, never legal advice or representation. Support Group (as assigned): Facilitate support group(s) and assist in providing coverage for other groups as needed and assigned. Plan agenda/curricula for the group including activities and handouts. Document support group attendance, length of group, and keep record of method/model used for the content of the support group. Maintain confidentiality of all group members. Responsible for finding alternative coverage for support group.

AGENCY ACTIVITIES

Attend and actively participate in staff development opportunities and trainings as appropriate. Participate in community committees and/or collaborative as appropriate. Attend and assist with agency fundraising activities and events. Provide coverage on 24-hr Helpline as scheduled and requested. Participate in agency events, meetings, and activities. Support prompt client services by answering phones, doors and greeting visitors. Perform other duties as assigned. Follow safety plans and protocols as directed. Assist in training and orientation of new staff and volunteers. Participate in at least one internal agency committee. Abide by agency policies, procedures, and protocols. Maintain ethical and professional standards. Maintain a clean and professional workspace.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

Qualifications:

Pass State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) check. Pass Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) check. Pass Department of Motor Vehicle check. Hold valid Maine driver's license, reliable transportation and willingness to travel on occasion. Ability to work as a contributing member of a professional, effective work team. Ability to accurately document and complete paperwork by due date. Ability to remain calm and effective in a fast-paced environment where safety is key. Must be dependable and flexible in a changing work environment. Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills and strong attention to detail. Ability to use Microsoft Office suite and data management software. Ability to participate in the training and orientation of new employees and volunteers. Demonstrate knowledge of issues faced by those who experience domestic violence. Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the cultural and socioeconomic status of persons served. Knowledge of domestic violence fundamentals. Knowledge of crisis intervention skills or techniques. Must possess strong problem-solving skills. Ability to work collaboratively as well as independently and self-directed. Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries. Ability to understand and work within a social change framework. Models agency philosophies and values in all interactions.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in social service or related field preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Ability to travel in varying weather conditions Occasional walking/transporting Occasional lifting up to 30 pounds Adhere to universal safety precautions

Pay & Benefits:

Annual pay starts at $48,750 and will increase based on experience Health, dental, vision, life, and short & long-term disability insurance are 100% covered at no cost to employees. Accident insurance available at low cost. Employer-sponsored health savings account for qualifying plans, with $1,500 deposit from employer. For non-HSA plans, employer pays $1,500 toward deductible. 401K retirement savings w/employer match 32-hour work week 13 paid holidays (to include Juneteenth & Indigenous People's Day) 20 Days of accrued leave in first year Flexible, family-friendly work options (to include compressed work schedule) Interested applicants can submit their resume and letter of interest to Tori Gelinas at tgelinas @safevoices.org. Resumes submitted without cover letters will not be reviewed.