System's Advocate - Court

Job Title:

System’s Advocate - Court

Location:

Newport Office

Hybrid

Employment Classification:

Exempt

Schedule:

Monday - Thursday

Hourly Rate or Salary:

$39,600-$44,000

Working at the Women’s Resource Center

The WRC is a great place to work! We are a diverse, dedicated team working to end domestic violence through high-quality, trauma-informed care. Our work is made possible by exceptional staff, whom we support with competitive benefits, flexible hybrid schedules, and a family-friendly environment. We invest in employee growth, leadership, and self-care, with every team member contributing to our shared, innovative vision for the future.

Benefits

Health and dental insurance (employer pays 75% of individual), supplemental insurance, paid holiday, vacation, sick, and personal time, retirement plan with employer match, employee assistance program, employee wellness program, 4-day workweek, hybrid work model, family-friendly environment.

About Women’s Resource Center

The Women’s Resource Center empowers survivors by providing trauma-informed services with equity and compassion while working collaboratively with the community to eliminate the root causes of interpersonal abuse. We envision an informed, supportive, and thriving community free from oppression and abuse, with a shared commitment to the safety of all. The Women’s Resource Center is committed to:

· Providing comprehensive quality services in a warm, supportive, and inclusive environment, with respect for the dignity of our clients and their families.

· Promoting the safety and well-being of all members of our community by being actively involved in addressing root causes.

· Building awareness of interpersonal abuse and shifting community norms through advocacy and education.

· Innovating and improving our programs, services, and operations with an emphasis on trauma-informed practices.

· Working collaboratively and openly with our board of directors, staff, funders, other agencies, and the community.

· Recruiting and maintaining a diverse and representative staff and board of directors that are deeply engaged and highly committed to our mission.

· Investing in our staff, our greatest asset, and offering a safe, supportive, and stimulating work environment with fair compensation.

· Developing and maintaining a sustainable financial infrastructure that ensures the capacity and strength necessary to serve the community.

Our Values

EQUITY AND JUSTICE: We believe ending interpersonal abuse requires addressing the underlying systems and inequities that contribute to oppression, as these systems are a root cause of domestic violence and must be eliminated to create thriving communities.

DIGNITY, EMPATHY, AND COMPASSION: We provide trauma-informed services with dignity, empathy, and compassion for our clients and community.

AUTHENTICITY AND INTEGRITY: We serve with authenticity, fulfilling our duties in an ethical, transparent, and accountable manner.

INNOVATION: We are committed to providing innovative and transformative services addressing the needs of the whole person.

Job Summary

Provides assistance to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault with obtaining temporary restraining orders, navigating civil court proceedings and processes, safety planning, and resources. Coordinates different community members to ensure the client has the services needed to safely proceed with court proceedings.

Essential Job Functions

· Provides trauma-informed direct services to victims of domestic abuse including support, advocacy, crisis intervention, safety planning, and information and referrals to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault involved in court proceedings.

· Advises victims of domestic violence and sexual assault crimes of rights and provides assistance in securing those rights.

· Informs victims of the availability of protective orders and provides assistance to victims in obtaining orders when appropriate.

· Monitors the justice system’s response to and treatment of victims of domestic violence and sexual assault crimes.

· Takes appropriate steps to deal with emergency situations with the goal of maintaining the safety of all clients.

· Responds effectively to challenging situations with clients.

· Understands all civil court proceedings, documents, language, and processes in Newport County and throughout the state as needed to provide appropriate support to clients.

· Provides follow-up case management to clients in need.

· Provides ongoing guidance and information to clients to navigate the legal system during civil court proceedings.

· Collaborates and learn to implement the Law Enforcement Advocacy program.

· Adheres to agency policies and work rules, including strict adherence to WRC confidentiality policies and code of ethics.

· Maintains client and Agency files, statistics, forms, and other record keeping, as required.

· Completes all paperwork and enter it into the client records database in a timely manner.

· Attends and actively participates in agency meetings as required, including department meetings and regularly scheduled supervision meetings.

· Identifies and consults with management on any potentially high-risk client situations and/or any areas of concern about services or the Agency.

· Presents ideas for service delivery improvements.

· Maintains professional boundaries.

· Keeps abreast of all changes in policies and procedures, new community resources, and other information.

Qualifications, Experience, and Education

· Associate’s degree in human services or related field or equivalent experience.

· Basic knowledge of domestic violence issues.

· Basic knowledge of trauma informed care and empowerment philosophy of advocacy.

· Excellent oral and written communication skills.

· Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.

· Emotional maturity with sensitivity to the needs of domestic violence victims and families.

· Commitment to the mission, vision, and values of the organization.

· Ability to work with diverse populations.

· Ability to interact sensitively with traumatized populations and to handle crisis appropriately.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

· Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and high-pressure work environment.

· Ability to quickly assess volatile situations and strong judgement skills to resolve or diffuse situations.

Don’t check off every requirement? Please apply anyway! Studies show that underrepresented groups - such as women, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people of color often hesitate to apply unless they meet every single qualification. We are committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable and accessible workplace that fosters a sense of belonging. If you're excited about a role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply - you might be exactly who we’re looking for.

The Women's Resource Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The organization does not discriminate against a volunteer, an employee or applicant in employment of conditions or opportunities for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age, or country of ancestral origin.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $39,600.00 - $44,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
  
• Dental insurance
  
• Employee assistance program
  
• Flexible schedule
  
• Health insurance
  
• Paid time off
  
• Parental leave
  
• Professional development assistance
  
• Retirement plan
  

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
  
• Day shift
  

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Newport, RI 02840