Legal Advocates

Job Description

JBWS is seeking a dynamic, committed part time Legal Advocate for our Legal Advocacy Program. Our ideal candidate has a proven ability to work compassionately and effectively with diverse clients around various needs as a result of domestic violence.

Qualifications

• Education: BA in Social Work/related field or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of three years providing case management services
• Fluent Bilingual English/Spanish ability including verbal, written and reading preferred
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with community partners including court personnel
• Excellent organizational, documentation and interpersonal skills
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be culturally aware and sensitive to challenges faced particularly in marginalized populations
• Candidates with 40-hour domestic violence training preferred, however candidates without training must complete 40-hours of domestic violence training upon hire provided and paid for by agency

Schedule Requirements

The part time position is on-site day time with flexible hours.

About the Role

Empowerment of its victims and advocacy for social reform are at the heart of our mission and we are committed to advocating for the change necessary to achieve justice, equity, and inclusivity within our organization, our community and the systems with which we work on behalf of our clients.