Organization
Southern Valley Alliance

Court Advocate

Duration
Recruiting now
Location
Belle Plaine, MN

Opportunity Details

Ongoing

In-Person

Recruiting now

Belle Plaine, MN 56011

About this Opportunity

The Court Advocate provides accompaniment and emotional support for clients at civil and criminal court hearings for Order for Protections (OFP), Harassment Restraining Orders (HRO), and criminal court proceedings resulting from domestic violence (completion of online course training required). Court hearings take place at Scott and Carver County Government centers.NOTE: You do not need a legal background for this role this is an emotional support role.

Requirements:
Must not be an active client or within 12 months of receiving services from SVA
Must be 21 years or older
Meet OJP/VOCA Background Check guidelines
Completion of online training courses

Skills/Interests

  • Advocacy