Overview
Administration – Jail – Jail Clerk Jobs in Fort Wayne, IN at Allen County Government
Cornerstone of Hope, Inc. (COH) provides administrative and staffing services to organizations in the Western Kentucky Region. As such, COH has a Legal Advocate position available to be assigned to work at Merryman House located in Paducah, KY.
WORK SCHEDULES
Mon – Fri, 8:00AM – 4:00PM
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES
Ability to work under highly stressful, crisis-oriented situations;
Strong ability to interface with community partners and other crisis response systems (e.g., police, court personnel, DCBS, hospital personnel, etc.) in a manner that is in the client’s best interest;
Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain highest levels of confidentiality;
Extensive knowledge of domestic violence related issues;
Skills in resolving problems, planning and organization, exercising independent judgment and attention to detail.
Computer skills: Microsoft, Client management software; Kronos; JobRouter;
Strong organizational skills;
Creative and innovative problem solving and conflict resolution skills;
Must have valid KY driver’s license.
PREFERRED EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree in Criminal justice, Human Services, or other related field
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
Two year experience in Case Management preferred
Knowledge of Domestic Violence and or experience with non-profit organizations preferred
Experience with Court/ Legal Advocacy preferred
Vast knowledge of Community Resources preferred
Experience working with underserved populations is a plus
JOB SUMMARY
Under the guidance of the Merryman House Director of Advocacy & Resiliency, this position is responsible, primarily, for the restorative aspects of the organization’s mission. The Legal Advocate I is responsible making Lethality Assessment Program (LAP) call backs/connections, providing time-limited and trauma informed case management, assisting the Survivor Attorney and Advocates in addressing the legal issues of clients, and acting as a point of contact for Kentucky Legal Aid (KLA) referrals, victims advocates, and other relationships. The Legal Advocate I is responsible for reviewing the full intakes for non-residential clients, and for ensuring clients are provided with meaningful access to services with special emphasis on connecting members of under-served populations to services. Advocates work to empower, and educate survivors of intimate partner violence so that they may achieve violence-free living in their lives. Advocates are responsible for providing direct client services under the direction of the Advocacy & Resiliency Coordinator and the Director of Advocacy & Resiliency.
JOB DUTIES
Professionalism
Professional level oral and written communication and organizational skills;
Ability to interact with community partners effectively to achieve the best outcome for clients;
Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain highest level of professionalism and confidentiality;
Understands and models trauma-informed care, commitment to diversity, and fosters a positive organizational culture;
Understands and supports the agency vision and mission in word and deed;
Provides adequate notice when time-off is requested;
Initiative
Maintains an open and direct line of communication essential to successful implementation of program services;
Actively engages with other program staff to ensure meaningful access to all clients (e.g., Limited English Proficiency, federally under-served, etc.);
Stays abreast of best practices and trends involving domestic violence, its effects and effective interventions;
Implements trauma-informed approaches when working with clients at all levels;
Supports Department Leadership to develop protocols that are tailored to the unique needs of outlying communities;
Provides services to the eight-county Purchase Region as required;
Assists other departments as needed, specifically the Department of Crisis and Emergency Services as required;
Participates in and assists with fundraising as required;
Timeliness
Reports needs and/or barriers in a timely manner to supervisors so that service delivery is not hindered;
Meets with clients regularly, and in a frequency consistent with the Tier System;
Responds to clients assigned to his/her case load in a timely manner;
Attends client appointments, court hearings and all meetings on time, and prepared;
Conducts follow-up services timely and in accordance with agency policy;
Completes all documentation in a thorough, accurate, and professional manner;
Submits data and requested information by the deadlines given so as to assist Department supervisors in accurate, timely reporting;
Knowledgeable
Conducts intakes and Exits in accordance with agency policy and expectations;
Demonstrates understanding of the agency’s Tier System through appropriate case-management activities consistent with client’s tier level;
Facilitates effective, efficient case management
Engages clients in safety planning, risk/protective factor assessments, and effective goal-setting;
Models and suggests healthy coping skills to clients as a means of education and support;
Provides education to clients on the dynamics of domestic violence (e.g., Power & Control Wheel) and the comprehensive, holistic services offered by the MHDCC.
Understands court processes and how to function effectively in that system with clients;
Assists with protective orders as needed in collaboration with Victim’s Advocate and or County Attorney;
Attends training as requested to maintain high-level of expertise and quality services;
Identifies potential and actual barriers to victims’ services and community initiatives, and works to offer tangible solutions to clients, supervisors and community partners;
Demonstrates familiarity of community resources;
Integrity
Maintains personal integrity and behaves in an ethical manner;
Attends case management meetings regularly, and is intentional in preparing cases for review;
Requests and attends Reflective Supervision sessions in collaboration with the Staff Psychologist;
Regularly attends Department meetings;
Ensures Time and Activity reports accurately reflect time spent and services provided;
Tends to personal mental and physical health needs so that clients are served well;
Maintains healthy and ethical boundaries with all clients at all times;
Completes client documentation thoroughly, accurately and in accordance with agency policy;
Productivity and Quality of Work
Provides court coverage in all counties as assigned;
Facilitates client groups as requested;
Serves as a MHDCC representative to community meetings, task forces, etc.. as requested;
Completes monthly training plan by deadlines assigned, and fulfills annual continuing education unit requirements;
Maintains all client records accurately and regularly so that reports to Senior Management, Board Members, donors and funders accurately reflect the services provided and needs to the clients and community;
Facilitates client sessions consistent with agency standards;
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $13.79 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Experience:
Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
Case Management: 2 years (Preferred)
Domestic Violence: 1 year (Preferred)
Non-profit: 1 year (Preferred)
CourtAdvocacy/Legal Advocacy: 1 year (Preferred)
Community Resources: 1 year (Preferred)
Underserved Populations: 1 year (Preferred)
Client Management System: 1 year (Preferred)
Kronos: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Title: Administration – Jail – Jail Clerk
Company: Allen County Government
Location: Fort Wayne, IN
