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29 people are interested
Legal Advocate Assistant
ORGANIZATION: Cherokee Family Violence Center
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29 people are interested
DESCRIPTION:
- The Legal Advocate Assistant works with the Cherokee Family Violence Center Legal Program to help victims of abuse learn about their rights and assist them with navigating the legal process. The assistant may also interface directly with the client and provide information and emotional support for abuse victims during judicial proceedings and may conduct followup contacts with victims under the supervision of CFVC staff members. Two days of in-person training, and a minimum of ten additional hours of shadowing Legal Program staff members are required for this role. Volunteer training and shadowing of staff will take place in Canton, Georgia. Most volunteer activities in our Legal Program are conducted during court hours, which are typically 9AM-5PM, Monday through Friday.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Answer phone calls using proper procedure
- Provide emotional support to victims while in the legal office
- Greet incoming clients and guests
- Explain/explore legal options with victims
SKILLS/TRAITS NEEDED:
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Good listening skills
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals
- Ability to be assertive when necessary
- Ability to communicate legal information using layman’s terms
REPORTS TO:
- Legal Program Coordinator
PRIMARY JOB INTERFACES:
- Legal Program Coordinator
- Legal Advocates
- Outreach Coordinator
- Court Staff
More opportunities with Cherokee Family Violence Center
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Cherokee Family Violence Center
Location:
P.O. Box 489, Canton, GA 30169, US
Mission Statement
The Cherokee Family Violence Center enhances the safety of those impacted by intimate partner violence through services that empower victims while advocating for a community standard of zero tolerance for violence in the home.
Description
The Cherokee Family Violence Center is a registered, non-profit agency in Canton, Georgia, that has been providing services to victims of domestic violence and their children since 1984. CFVC has fought for victims for over 30 years by providing around-the-clock emergency assistance, offering safety and support and engaging in educating the public through outreach and legal advocacy. Visit www.cfvc.org for more information.
VALUES
- Provide services based on best practices which are focused on safety and delivered with integrity in the best interest of the client.
- Provide services that are client-centered and strength-based.
- Embrace diversity in all that we do.
- That system change is integral to victim safety.
- That volunteers and community partners are vital to the work that we do.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
160 North StreetCanton, GA 30169
DATE POSTED
September 10, 2018
SKILLS
- Crisis Intervention
- People Skills
- Law Enforcement
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- volunteer must commit to a regular schedule