Ywcaworks
Gender Based Violence, Legal Advocate
Ywcaworks, Renton, Washington, United States, 98056
What You'll DoThe YWCA of Seattle King Snohomish Gender-Based Violence Specialized Services provides culturally relevant services that are designed to meet the needs of survivors of domestic violence/sexual assault and commercial sexual exploitation. The Gender Based Violence Legal Navigator will provide legal advocacy to adult survivors, which could include support with protection orders, family law, CPS, housing navigation, safety planning, life skills, and employment. This position will use a model of best practice trauma-informed advocacy with a strength-based approach.This position has a social justice component that will allow for critical thinking around how the external systems influence the work that we are doing through the lens of racism and intersections with poverty. Valuing diversity and championing anti-racism policy are core values.As an equal opportunity employer, we highly encourage people of color to apply.
Expectations of your role:
Engage in community networking activities to increase access to services for survivors, specifically African American and survivors of color.Provide culturally relevant advocacy with a trauma-informed approach for gender-based violence survivors fleeing imminent danger.Support clients in navigating the civil and legal systems, including assistance with filing protection orders, breaking leases, relocations, CPS, and law enforcement.Complete intakes with new survivors, including screening for eligibility and determining legal needs.Maintain records (data entry) and statistical information on clients served.Compile data and complete monthly reports and quarterly narratives.Develop ongoing relationships with community partners and other service providers.Conduct presentations and trainings to assist the community and stakeholders, including public speaking.Must have's to be successful:
Lived experience
or knowledge of
working with survivors
that have experienced Gender-Based Violence, such as Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, Intimate Partner Violence, and Human Trafficking (CSE).One (1) year of direct social service
experience or translatable lived experience skills considered in lieu of degree.Strong orientation and familiarity toward legal advocacy, with the ability to navigate multiple systems (i.e., municipal and superior courts, legal systems, law enforcement, etc.).Ability and willingness to work independently and as part of a team.Vehicle with valid WA Driver's License; candidate must be able to travel between multiple work sites within a day.Demonstrated understanding of the intersection of racism and poverty, particularly in fostering social justice advocacy for communities furthest from opportunities (specifically African American and other women of color).Demonstrated knowledge and skills of basic computer competencies such as emailing, cell phone text messaging, calendaring, entry-level data entry, and familiarity with Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.Hours, Rate, and Benefits
Hourly rate:
$23-$25.00Regular Full Time, Hours per week:
40FLSA Classification:
Non-ExemptExcellent benefits package including medical insurance, retirement plan, plus generous vacation, holiday, and sick leave plans.At the time of hire, employees may choose to voluntarily enroll in the Fidelity 403b Plan. Typically, after two years of employment, employees are eligible to participate in the YWCA Retirement Fund.Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.All positions at YWCA Seattle | King | Snohomish are exposed to clients who have experienced or are experiencing trauma in various forms including but not limited to: domestic violence, sexual violence, homelessness, unemployment, financial hardship, etc. As a result, staff are at risk of secondary trauma. Employees are encouraged to seek external support and maintain self-care when working indirectly or directly with clients.Continuously sits for extended periods while performing desktop activities.Continuously stands and walks in performing duties.Continuously uses hands and wrists, fingering, handling, grasping, and reaching in using telephones, computers, kitchen equipment, donations, and supplies.Frequently reaches and grasps in using telephones, computers, fax machines, and other office equipment and supplies.Frequently stands, walks, sits, and climbs in performing duties in the office and in traveling to off-site meetings.Occasionally lifts and carries up to 5lbs. of paperwork, files, and training materials.Occasionally kneels, bends, pushes, and pulls in obtaining files in drawers.This position is a mobile advocacy position that travels to multiple worksites within a day.
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Expectations of your role:
Engage in community networking activities to increase access to services for survivors, specifically African American and survivors of color.Provide culturally relevant advocacy with a trauma-informed approach for gender-based violence survivors fleeing imminent danger.Support clients in navigating the civil and legal systems, including assistance with filing protection orders, breaking leases, relocations, CPS, and law enforcement.Complete intakes with new survivors, including screening for eligibility and determining legal needs.Maintain records (data entry) and statistical information on clients served.Compile data and complete monthly reports and quarterly narratives.Develop ongoing relationships with community partners and other service providers.Conduct presentations and trainings to assist the community and stakeholders, including public speaking.Must have's to be successful:
Lived experience
or knowledge of
working with survivors
that have experienced Gender-Based Violence, such as Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, Intimate Partner Violence, and Human Trafficking (CSE).One (1) year of direct social service
experience or translatable lived experience skills considered in lieu of degree.Strong orientation and familiarity toward legal advocacy, with the ability to navigate multiple systems (i.e., municipal and superior courts, legal systems, law enforcement, etc.).Ability and willingness to work independently and as part of a team.Vehicle with valid WA Driver's License; candidate must be able to travel between multiple work sites within a day.Demonstrated understanding of the intersection of racism and poverty, particularly in fostering social justice advocacy for communities furthest from opportunities (specifically African American and other women of color).Demonstrated knowledge and skills of basic computer competencies such as emailing, cell phone text messaging, calendaring, entry-level data entry, and familiarity with Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.Hours, Rate, and Benefits
Hourly rate:
$23-$25.00Regular Full Time, Hours per week:
40FLSA Classification:
Non-ExemptExcellent benefits package including medical insurance, retirement plan, plus generous vacation, holiday, and sick leave plans.At the time of hire, employees may choose to voluntarily enroll in the Fidelity 403b Plan. Typically, after two years of employment, employees are eligible to participate in the YWCA Retirement Fund.Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.All positions at YWCA Seattle | King | Snohomish are exposed to clients who have experienced or are experiencing trauma in various forms including but not limited to: domestic violence, sexual violence, homelessness, unemployment, financial hardship, etc. As a result, staff are at risk of secondary trauma. Employees are encouraged to seek external support and maintain self-care when working indirectly or directly with clients.Continuously sits for extended periods while performing desktop activities.Continuously stands and walks in performing duties.Continuously uses hands and wrists, fingering, handling, grasping, and reaching in using telephones, computers, kitchen equipment, donations, and supplies.Frequently reaches and grasps in using telephones, computers, fax machines, and other office equipment and supplies.Frequently stands, walks, sits, and climbs in performing duties in the office and in traveling to off-site meetings.Occasionally lifts and carries up to 5lbs. of paperwork, files, and training materials.Occasionally kneels, bends, pushes, and pulls in obtaining files in drawers.This position is a mobile advocacy position that travels to multiple worksites within a day.
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