SAFEPLAN Advocate - #1409428

SAFEPLAN ADVOCATE\_ SPRINGFIELD\_\$21.50 Schedule: Full time, 37.5

hours/week; Monday-Friday, 8am - 4:30pm, with flexibility to meet

program needs Summary The SAFEPLAN Advocate provides safety planning,

information about the court process and options, assistance in the

drafting of legal documentation, and daily court advocacy to survivors

of domestic violence, sexual violence and stalking as well as their

children. They provide referrals to the YWCA, other domestic violence,

sexual violence and stalking programs, criminal justice victim services,

community social service programs, and the District Attorney\'s office

as necessary to meet the needs of survivors. Essential Responsibilities

Provide daily in-court advocacy (remotely or at the YWCA Headquarters)

and safety planning to survivors of domestic violence and their children

at assigned courts for SAFEPLAN. Assists with 209A or 258E application

paperwork. Provide information regarding legal options and associated

paperwork, including but not limited to, applications for restraining

and harassment orders. Provide crisis intervention. Conduct intakes,

safety planning and risk assessment using specific safety planning and

assessment tools. Provide counseling, support and follow up as well as

referrals to the YWCA, other programs, criminal justice victim services,

community social service programs and the district attorney\'s office as

necessary to meet the needs of victims. Communicate regular updates and

status of high risk victims to supervisors. Make necessary referrals to

the YWCA, District Attorney\'s office, Victim Services and other

community-based support services. Collaborate with victim witness

advocates, agency staff, and other service programs in an effort to

provide a continuum of care to victims. Work with MOVA and

court/criminal justice personnel to improve services to victims. Ensure

ongoing program documentation and evaluation, as well as required

SAFEPLAN documentation in accordance with contract obligations and/or

best practices. Maintain all files and program records in accordance

with ethical and confidentiality standards Submit monthly billing within

deadline. Attend all SAFEPLAN scheduled conference calls/meetings Attend

staff and supervision meetings as required. Perform other duties as

necessary. Qualifications AA or equivalent education, B.A. preferred;

Minimum of 3 years experience in a related human service field; Minimum

2 years experience with victims of domestic violence; Familiarity with

and ability to navigate legal / court systems, processes, and issues

pertaining to domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking and/or

harassment; Functional knowledge of relevant laws and regulations;

Ability to represent agency from a management perspective in an active

union environment; Knowledge of outreach service delivery and community

resources; Experience addressing the impacts of decisions and actions on

multiple communities; Understanding of both interpersonal and structural

racism and bias; Experience with networking, collaborating with agencies

and other community resources; Domestic Violence, Sexual Violence,

Stalking and SAFEPLAN Certification; Excellent verbal, written, and

organizational skills, including strong computer skills; Must be able to

be covered by the agency\'s insurance policy; and Must be able to lift

40 lbs.