Civil Criminal Justice Intervention Advocate

About the position The CCJI Advocate position provides trauma informed, survivor-centered, and culturally responsive services to victims/survivors of domestic and sexual violence and sex trafficking. Advocacy responsibilities include providing civil and criminal legal advocacy services to victims/survivors in a knowledgeable, empathetic manner. This position assists with the navigation of working with local law enforcement, prosecutors, probation officers, judges, court personnel and systems professionals to meet the needs of all victims/survivors. The CCJI Advocate works with Minneapolis Police Department’s Domestic Assault Unit Investigators on felony gone on arrival domestic abuse cases to provide victims/survivors with information about the investigation process, crime victim rights, and safety planning. This position is embedded in the Minneapolis Police Department’s Special Investigations Domestic Assault Unit. Responsibilities • Provide safety planning, advocacy, and one-to-one support to victims/survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, and related crimes. • Maintain accurate and confidential records of services and survivor contacts. • Document critical incidents including child protection reports, emergency responses, and participant safety concerns. • Work collaboratively across Cornerstone programs to ensure coordinated support for survivors. • Assist survivors in preparing Orders for Protection (OFP), Harassment Restraining Orders (HRO), and Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPO), including modifications, extensions, and dismissals. • Prepare survivors for civil court hearings and help them navigate court processes and procedures. • Provide advocacy and support during civil court proceedings. • Respond to advocacy hotline or voicemail inquiries and provide referrals to appropriate community resources. • Serve as a liaison between survivors and the criminal justice system. • Contact survivors following police reports to provide safety planning, information about the court process, and education about crime victim rights. • Support survivors in preparing for criminal court appearances. • Attend court hearings and collaborate with prosecutors and justice system partners to advocate for survivor safety and accountability. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in human service, social work, psychology, criminal justice or related field or comparable combination of career and life experiences. • A minimum of 1-2 years’ experience working within the anti-violence field and/or systems (e.g. criminal justice, social services, etc.). • Completion of 40 Hour Sexual Assault Advocacy training required within first 3-6 months of employment. • Knowledge of community resources and systems that support victims/survivors of violence. • Ability to communicate in a calm, trauma-informed manner and effectively support individuals in crisis. • Understanding of crime victims’ rights, civil remedies, and the criminal justice system (training provided). • Strong written and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with survivors, community partners, and justice system professionals. • Valid driver’s license, automobile insurance, and reliable transportation. Benefits • Free virtual mental health counseling (for all employees + their families) • Free telemedicine (for employees + enrolled family members) • 401(k) after 90 days + up to 4% employer match after 1 year • Paid parental leave after 1 year of service • Medical, dental & vision (eligible first month after 30 days) • HSA & FSA options • Free basic life & AD&D insurance • Free long-term disability • Voluntary short-term disability • Generous PTO: 168 hours to start (increases after 24 months) • 11 paid holidays + 2 floating holidays • Paid birthday off Apply tot his job Apply To this Job