Legal Advocate

Overview
Safehouse Progressive Alliance for Nonviolence is seeking a Legal Advocate to join our mission to end intimate partner violence and domestic violence in our community. Everyone on our team at SPAN is committed to working toward fulfilling this mission.

SPAN Legal Advocates provide accessible, client-directed, trauma-informed, culturally responsive services to survivors of intimate partner violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, harassment, and human trafficking. SPAN Legal Advocates support survivors with crisis intervention, information, resources, referrals, and safety planning as survivors navigate legal systems. They are also responsible for managing SPAN’s volunteer Court Advocate program. This is an in-person position serving Boulder and Broomfield counties.

Duties

• Provide resource navigation, information, and referrals regarding the criminal justice system, civil protection orders, domestic relations, housing, and other civil matters.
• Conduct Risk Assessments and provide ongoing, extensive crisis intervention and safety planning with survivors.
• Conduct Needs Assessments and Intakes with survivors to determine appropriate, survivor-defined services, referrals, and resources.
• Respond to referrals from community agencies and follow up with victims regarding crisis intervention, safety planning, post-arrest information, processes, and resources.
• Connect survivors to system-based advocacy services, including but not limited to courts, the District Attorney’s Office, and law enforcement agencies.
• Support survivors to file Civil Protection Orders.
• Accompany survivors to and attend in-person or virtual court proceedings.
• Communicate with community partners including but not limited to legal services organizations, the District Attorney’s Office, law enforcement, court staff, as well as other domestic violence and social services organizations.
• Balance a high-volume caseload which requires consistent contact with survivors in-person, by email, text, or phone.
• Assist survivors with completion of applications such as for the Address Confidentiality Program and Crime Victims Compensation.
• Perform administrative tasks such as reading and responding to emails; scheduling meetings; documenting client contacts, case notes, crisis calls and client files; updating spreadsheets; preparing monthly reports; drafting Releases and Exchanges of Information, Service Verification Letters, and Case Assessments.
• Collaborate with other SPAN direct services programs including but not limited to Housing and Shelter to coordinate wraparound support and services for survivors.
• Attend weekly, monthly, and quarterly meetings and training with Legal Advocacy Team, SPAN staff, and community partners.

Qualifications

• Spanish bilingual strongly preferred but not required
• SPAN greatly values the lived experience of our employees, so the following requirements are preferred, but should not be a barrier to applying for the position:
• A 4-year degree in Legal Studies, Criminal Justice, or a related field, or combination of education and experience;
• Two years of progressive experience in victim/survivor advocacy;
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, produce work product, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced and changing environment;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Salesforce, and Adobe Acrobat;
• Valid Colorado driver’s license;
• Access to reliable transportation with Colorado mandated insurance

Compensation

The salary range for this non-exempt position is $44,000 to $49,000 annually, depending on experience. An additional $100 per month ($1,200 per year) bilingual pay differential is available for proven Spanish language proficiency. Compensation also includes our standard benefit package, including a group health insurance plan, dental plan, holiday pay and paid time off, reduced rate Eco-Pass, Simple IRA retirement plan with 2% agency contribution, and Employee Assistance Program.

Join us in making a meaningful difference by advocating for victims' rights and fostering safer, healthier communities. This position offers an enriching environment where your dedication directly impacts lives. If you’re motivated by justice, equipped with the right skills, and eager to serve vulnerable populations with energy and compassion, we want to hear from you!

Pay: $44,000.00 - $49,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person