Legal Services Advocate

Job Description

Job Description

General Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Director of Domestic Violence Services, the Legal Services Advocate will oversee the TRO (Temporary Restraining Order) Clinic. The Legal Services Advocate will train and assist volunteers with interviewing clients and completing TRO applications. The Legal Services Advocate will train both staff and volunteer advocates. The Legal Services Advocate will also assist with Tri-Valley Haven’s DV Shelter.

General Requirements: Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience. Working knowledge of legal procedures and TRO standards. Two years' experience working with survivors of domestic violence. Ability to work independently, manage time and tasks effectively. Completion of Agency Training within 6 months of employment (if not before).

SPECIFIC AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
I. RESPONSIBLE FOR CLIENT SERVICES AT TVH TEMPORARY RESTRAINING ORDER CLINICS
A. Oversee the work of the Legal Clinic and its volunteers.
B. Train Legal Clinic volunteers.
C. Work with volunteers and staff interviewing clients and completing TRO applications.
D. File and pick up court documents.
E. Attend court hearings when possible.
F. Process special court orders as appropriate.
G. Act as liaison between TVH and volunteer attorneys.
H. Ensure that client materials are completed in an accurate and timely manner.
I. Responsible for attaining grant objectives in each specified area.
J.Compile accurate statistics and other agency documentation for funding sources and internal use; turned in data by the 5th of every month.
K.Handle cases efficiently.
L.Maintain knowledge of changes in laws that directly affect the clients we serve.
M.Comply with all legal and ethical mandates regarding client welfare.
N.Network and consult with other professionals on behalf of clients.

II. GENERAL TASKS - Perform general tasks and represent Tri-Valley Haven in a professional manner.
A.Comply with laws, including elder abuse reporting, CPS reporting, 5150 laws and suicide assessment.
B.Assist with 24-hour domestic violence crisis hotline and client advocacy.
C.Provide resources to residents at Tri-Valley Haven’s DV shelter.
D.Attend agency staff meetings and additional meetings as needed.
E.Participate in community outreach as needed.
F.Participate in community fundraising activities and special events as required.
G.Must have a valid California driver license and an insured automobile to use as necessary for agency related business.
H.Maintain a good Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) to be able to drive for the agency.

III. OTHER TASKS AS ASSIGNED BY THE DIRECTOR OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND/OR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR WITHIN THE SCOPE OF TRI-VALLEY HAVEN’S MISSION.

IV. ADA ESSENTIAL TASKS
A. Working alone
B. Working in high stress situations
C.Working in emergency situations
D.Good reading vision
E.Sitting
F.Good communication skills
G.Specific knowledge or education
H.Learning ability
I.Operation of motor vehicle
J.Good distance vision
K.Ability to speak clearly
L.Ability to discriminate speech
M.Reasoning and thinking skills
N.Ability to problem solve

Tri Valley Haven's Value Proposition 

In addition to offering meaningful work, job stability and competitive compensation, eligible employees receive:

 

1. 100% agency paid dental and vision benefits,
2. Free life insurance up to $20,000, 
3. Generous vacation and sick time accruals
4. Two floating holidays and 15 agency paid state and federal holidays
5. Retirement Plan Match
6. Employee Assistance Program
7. Flexible Spending Account

Tri Valley Haven is an Equal Opportunity Employer; there shall be no discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity or sexual orientation. Decisions related to hiring, compensating, training, evaluating performance, or terminating are made fairly. We examine our unconscious biases and take responsibility for always striving to create an inclusive environment that makes every employee and candidate feel welcome.