Violence in all forms disproportionately hurts marginalized people- including people of color, LGBTQIA people, and people with disabilities. These communities must be centered in the work we do. We strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.
Current Job Openings
Case Advocate
The case advocate position works closely with men, women and children who are victims of domestic violence. The bulk of client work is with non-residential clients, however, the position also serves Shelter residents. The advocate, the Assistant Executive Director, and the other advocates form a team that works to assure that clients receive fair treatment, access to the legal system, entitlement programs and legal information. The advocate acts as a liaison between victims and the legal system, social services agencies, public entitlement programs, landlords, utility companies, employers and other entities or persons positioned to assist clients in achieving their goal of a life free of abuse. Work is performed under the direction of the assistant executive director and with limited supervision. Ability to maintain accurate records signing in and out off site, and honest communication with supervisor about time records is necessary.
Duties and tasks of the position typically involve explaining details of legal proceedings and procedures to clients, assisting with preparation of legal documents, maintaining relevant records, researching rights issues, and accompanying clients and residents to hearings, meetings and other important visits with outside agencies.
III. Essential Functions
- Assists in answering and returning hotline calls and referrals. Meets with victims of domestic violence to explain legal proceedings, law enforcement procedures and agency services. Works with clients to identify needs and to assist in developing a plan for living without violence. Uses knowledge of legal system and community services to make appropriate referrals based upon self-identified needs. Fosters client ownership of their plan.
- 2.Meet with clients at off-site location, during walk in hours, and provide all services as stated in 1, when walk in is appropriate for services.
- Provides intake forms to clients and checks completed form for accuracy. Evaluates client’s suitability for services and begins development of plan with client. Provides clients with pertinent legal information to facilitate filing Family Court Petitions if appropriate.
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Meets clients at appointment sites such as law enforcement agencies, courts, judicial and justice system offices, and public entitlement program offices. Accompanies client during their appointments acting as advocate. Using legal knowledge, reminds client of relevant facts during proceedings. Also accompanies and advocates on behalf of client with child and family services.
- Assists with completion of applications for public entitlement programs such as Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, Social Security, housing applications, H.E.A.P., employment applications, and Food Stamps.
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Researches issues and questions regarding legal rights and public entitlements using regulations on penal codes, Family Court Act, DSS laws, or other relevant sources to obtain court or provider requested documentation or information. Makes appropriate referrals to outside agencies, when applicable,
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Maintains accurate records and prepares written reports as requested. Writes case notes and records for monthly and quarterly reports. Keeps client “tic” sheets for monthly report and maintains monthly objectives and record of victims served.
- Attends workshops and conferences directly related to domestic violence and legal issues. Participates as a presenter at presentations when requested, as well as assisting at tabling events and other community education events. Prepares materials and presentation aides as needed.
Participates in collaborative meetings regarding the project. Meets with supervisor monthly and attends Rise staff meetings and Advocacy Meetings.
- Assists with shelter coverage when advocate schedule allows.
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Performs other duties as deemed appropriate by the Executive Director.
Mail application to:
1201 E Main St
Endicott NY 13760
or
Email Info@rise-ny.org
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