Victim's Rights Advocate Job Opening

Turning Point, a program offering services to victims of domestic violence, is seeking the position of a Victim’s Rights Advocate.  Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

 

• Provide legal advocacy for residents and non-residents including providing information about their legal issues such as filing domestic violence charges, child custody and support actions, divorce, various protection orders, etc.

 

• Develop agency relationships with all law enforcement officials, attorneys, prosecuting attorneys, and court personnel, and provide training and consultation when available.

 

• Accompanying clients to legal appointments, hearings, etc. upon request. 

 

• Providing emotional support to victims of domestic violence

 

• Document case activity in each client’s file and maintain other necessary records

 

This is a full-time position with benefits.  Salary range is commensurate with experience.

 

A Degree in Paralegal Studies or a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or other Human Services field or related work experience is required.   

 

Please submit resume to:

Turning Point

Program Director

P.O. Box 875

Marion, Ohio 43302

 

Or call for an application at 740-382-8988.