At LACASA, the spirit of diversity and inclusion is encouraged and infused into everything we engage in; activities, behaviors and communications inside and outside the walls of LACASA. From the educational programs we develop and the shelter we operate, to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. LACASA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, pregnancy status, ethnicity, national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, physical or mental disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation and/or Veteran status.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Legal Advocate is a professional human service position that provides support and advocacy for survivors of sexual violence, domestic violence and child sexual abuse during the criminal justice process. This position requires strong skills in crisis intervention, advocacy, organization and knowledge of sexual assault and the criminal justice process.
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required. Two years of experience providing support to individuals in crisis; two years of experience in a related field such as criminal justice advocacy preferred. Knowledge of facts and dynamics of sexual assault, domestic/interpersonal violence and child sexual abuse preferred. Knowledge of community resources. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to communicate with individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds. Must have valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides advocacy and support for survivors during the investigative and criminal justice process.
- Provides follow up services with survivors.
- Assists survivors in completing Personal Protection Orders (PPOs) and safety plans.
- Networks with the community around client-identified needs and issues for survivors.
- Provides personal advocacy, case management, and referrals for survivors as needed.
- Provides crisis counseling intervention and referrals through agency helpline for clients as needed.
- Provides crisis intervention through the on-call program to survivors as needed.
- Processes Child Abuse Response Effort (CARE) referrals and provides support, advocacy and referrals to the family during the CARE process.
- Records and maintains documentation in keeping with the standards established by agency and related funders.
- Provides respite for parents, as needed.
- Assists in the development of client services.
- Assists with transportation as needed.
- Attends and participates in all meetings as required.
- Adheres to ethical standards of one’s individual profession.
- Protects client’s confidentiality
- Adheres to guidelines and expectations as outlined in the staff orientation, Employee Handbook, LACASA Policies and Procedures
- Maintains a safe environment for staff, clients and the community.
- Completes all other duties as assigned.
Schedule: Regular Full-time/Non-exempt; Predominately in-person/on-site position
Supervisor: Legal Intervention Supervisor
BENEFITS
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Floating Birthday Holiday
- Paid Holidays
- Generous Earned Time Off Plan
- 403b Retirement Account with Employer Matching
- Voluntary Short/Long Term Disability and Supplemental Life
- Mileage Reimbursement
If you meet or exceed the qualifications for this position, please send your resume and cover letter to hr@lacasacenter.org.
LACASA does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. LACASA is an equal opportunity employer. LACASA is a 501(c)3 organization.
