Mobile Advocate

Email a cover letter and resume to LAWSHR@lcsj.org . Please no calls. Incomplete applications without a resume and cover letter will not be considered. Please include the position title in the email subject line. If applying for multiple positions, please send a separate application and email for each position. People of color, LGBTQIA+ candidates, persons of any gender identity, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. LAWS is committed to a diverse workplace and to supporting its staff with ongoing career development opportunities. Department : Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Svcs. Supervisor : Community Services Mgr. Work Location : Community Services Center 105 E Market St Leesburg VA 20176 Full/Part-Time : Full-Time Regular/Casual : Regular Salaried/Hourly : Salaried Maximum Hrs/Week : 40 Exempt/Non-Exempt : Exempt Schedule : Flexible (manager approved) Salary : $51,500 Position Summary The Mobile Advocate provides advocacy and service coordination for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking. As an integral member of the direct services team at LAWS, duties include being part of our on-call rotation, answering the hotline, and providing hospital accompaniment services. This position works across our survivor-supporting spaces, serving survivors who are in our shelter program, receiving services at our Community Services Center (CSC), or receiving services in the community such as the hospital or courthouse. Although the Mobile Advocate’s primary work location will be at our CSC, the position also mobilizes to other locations e.g., to provide extra support for spikes in service need. This position must work collaboratively with the internal team and allied professionals to coordinate high quality survivor services. Key Responsibilities Advocacy and Service Coordination (95%) Provide crisis intervention and safety planning to survivors of intimate partner violence, sexual assault, and stalking. Provide case management (education, information, and supportive services) as requested by survivors of intimate partner violence, sexual assault, and stalking. Respond to hotline calls and Lethality Assessment Protocol (LAP) calls, and provide crisis intervention, support, information, and referrals to callers. Complete LAP call follow-up services for high danger victims when needed. Provide information/referrals to other local agencies. Meet with survivors according to survivors’ availability (nights, weekends as needed). Coordinate client care with the other LAWS programs, as needed. Provide/coordinate transportation to appointments for shelter clients, as needed. Provide/coordinate transportation for clients to legal and other assistance-based appointments, as needed. Accompany survivors to Court Services Unit and/or the Magistrates office to file for protective orders. Accompany survivors to court for protective order hearings, family law hearings and/or criminal court hearings when appropriate. This may also include assisting with witness preparation for criminal trials and hearings. Provide hospital and forensic nurse exam accompaniment. Provide advocacy and support to victims of sexual assault detained at the Adult and Juvenile Detention Center, when needed. Maintain appropriate client files; timely process and enter VAdata information (at least daily). Maintain accurate records to document client care and as required for grant reporting. Provide educational presentations periodically to staff, volunteers, and allied professionals. Participate in agency on-call rotation. Other (5%) Participate in weekly staff meeting, case review and service coordination meetings. Obtain 20 hours of job-related training annually. Assist with answering the phones and door. Other duties as assigned. Position Requirements Skills Mission Driven/Client Centered: A commitment to the philosophy, mission and programs of LAWS, which includes a commitment to survivor’s and children’s issues, sharing a belief in helping to create a society free from violence, and in working in a cooperative environment. Effective Communication: Possess excellent interpersonal, non-verbal, verbal, and written communication Team player: Ability to create a culture of diversity, inclusivity, belonging, collaboration and teamwork. Positivity: Ability to work with a positive attitude and approach to high-trauma work. Ability to set boundaries: Ability to deal with emotional situations and difficult circumstances, this person must set boundaries to avoid becoming personally involved with those they are helping. Multitask/Organization: Possess and demonstrate effective time management and organizational skills Analytical thinking: Strong analytic and strategic thinking required for goals and to problem solve crises and evaluate effectiveness of program and outcomes. Physical Demands/Working Conditions Ability to: communicate on the phone and in-person with others remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time occasionally move about (bending, kneeling) inside the office to access file cabinets, office equipment, etc. move items weighing 15lbs operate a computer and other office productivity equipment, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer. LAWS will provide reasonable accommodation to a qualified individual with a disability, as defined by the ADA or state law, who has made LAWS aware of their disability. The ADA defines “reasonable accommodation” as a change or adjustment to a job or work environment that allows a qualified individual with a disability to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of a particular job, and does not cause an undue hardship for the employer. Minimum Qualifications Education Level: Associate’s degree or equivalent; bachelor’s degree preferred Disciplines: Any. Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or similar preferred Yrs Experience: One (1) Additional Notes and Requirements Experience working with victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking preferred. Demonstrated capacity to work independently with survivors of trauma, to positively contribute to a trauma-informed environment; and to engage in self-care. Must demonstrate adaptability and service-orientation to work successfully across different environments and with a diverse range of individuals. Must be able to work a flexible work schedule – some evening and weekend hours are required to meet client and agency needs . Must have good public relations skills and maintain positive relationships with clients, court clerks, police personnel, other attorneys, etc. Post-Conditional Offer Contingencies Clean criminal background check, sex offender registry check, and child protective services background check required for successful candidate.