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DOMESTIC
ABUSE ADVOCATE
Flexible
hours, days and occasional weekends for an advocate to provide support
and referral services for victims of domestic violence. Serve as
a liaison to the District Attorney’s staff.
Qualifications: Knowledge of domestic violence
issues preferred and familiarity with the legal system helpful.
Excellent verbal, written and listening skills required. Computer
skills a plus. Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, related field or
equivalent experience. Valid Wisconsin drivers license and own transportation
required. Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
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RE-ENTRY
ADVOCATE
This
position works with the victims of domestic violence offenders re-entering
the community from and/or incarcerated in the Milwaukee Secure Detention
Facility and the Milwaukee County Jail/House of Corrections. The
advocate will work individually and in groups with clients to fully
inform, educate, and prepare them for offenders re-entry. Additionally,
this position will work closely with a re-entry team dedicated to
promoting and enhancing victim safety. Facilitate support and education
groups.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a related
field and 2 years experience or 3-5 years related experience. Proficiency
in a second language besides English a plus.
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COMMUNITY PROSECUTION
ADVOCATE
Part-time
(Two
positions available)
Sojourner
Family Peace Center is seeking an experienced professional to
work as a Community Prosecution Advocate. This position will
provide assistance to domestic violence victims from diverse
backgrounds to help them explore their options, develop a safety
plan and access needed community resources. This position will
also provide crisis intervention, advocacy and ongoing support,
and will work with a team of law enforcement, prosecutors, probation
agents and advocates to develop and implement protocols for
proactively responding to family violence at a neighborhood
level.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
in social work, criminal justice, communication, human resources
or relevant field. Three to five years professional experience
in advocacy, case management, human resources, or related field.
Experience with the issue of family violence preferred. Bilingual
in English and Spanish is a plus.
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Minorities,
women and persons with disabilities
encouraged to apply.
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