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The Legal Advocate provides direct services for victims of domestic violence, assisting them through legal system advocacy and follow-up.

Provide ongoing services to individuals needing assistance in Criminal Court, Integrated Domestic Violence Court, and Family Court
Provide ongoing services to victims of domestic violence including supportive counseling, transportation, advocacy, safety planning, safe housing, child care, assistance filing court petitions and compensation claims with the Office of Victim Services, and follow-up to clients
Update, maintain, and complete program records on the schedule set forth by the Assistant Program Director/Program Director
Adhere to programmatic requirements regarding safeguarding client confidentiality and maintaining appropriate professional boundaries
Participate in back-up coverage to volunteers on the hotline during non-business hours
Provide outreach to the community and participate in community events
Communicate agency philosophy about domestic violence
Participate in agency initiatives, trainings, and staff meetings as required
Additional duties as assigned

Valid NYS driver’s license acceptable to BHSN insurance carrier required
Reliable transportation for travel required
Ability to work independently, lift up to 50 lbs., and climb stairs, kneel, bend, and squat repetitively while performing various duties
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Capable of working a flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of a 24-hour service

Generous benefits, including personalized health coverage, paid time off, and holiday pay
Community discounts, loan forgiveness & more

BHSN is one of the fastest-growing organizations providing whole-person care in the region.
As a rapidly growing organization, there are endless opportunities to grow within the organization.

BHSN is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and supports Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in its hiring and employment practices.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race (including traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and protective hair styles), creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, arrest record or status as a victim of domestic violence, familial status, gender/gender expression, reproductive health decisions, citizenship or immigration status or any other factor prohibited by law.

Legal Advocate at Behavioral Health Services North Inc

Legal Advocate