Overview
Advocate – Illinois Domestic Abuse Criminal Legal Jobs in Moline, IL at Family Resources
We are recruiting Independent Training Consultants to deliver the Safe & Together™ Model CORE Training and related offerings, both virtually and in person at our clients’ offices.
Description
Training Consultant – Contract Position US
Job Title: Independent Training Consultant
Position Type: Contract
Locations: United States
About the company
Safe & Together Institute is a fully remote, family-friendly, social-impact small business with a proven track record of transforming how systems and professionals respond to domestic abuse in families with children. We’re driven by curiosity, committed to excellence, and a passion for creating lasting positive impact through the intersection of practice, policy, and culture change. We take our work seriously but take ourselves lightly—dad jokes are welcome!
About the Role
We are recruiting Independent Training Consultants to deliver the Safe & Together™ Model CORE Training and related offerings, both virtually and in person at our clients’ offices. You will join a dynamic, mission-driven community of practitioners delivering impactful training to cross-sector professionals. This contracted position offers competitive compensation for experienced trainers with backgrounds in social work, human services, domestic violence, child protection, education/teaching, and related fields who are committed to transforming systems to become more domestic abuse-informed through the Safe & Together Model. Be your own boss, most of our Training Consultations work other full-time jobs in the industry, or have left frontline jobs to care for family or build a business, and can supplement their income with this meaningful work as their schedules allow.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver Safe & Together™ training in alignment with the Institute’s standards and materials.
Facilitate engaging online and in-person training with confidence and professionalism.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of model updates and practices.
Represent the Institute’s mission, values, and commitment to diversity and equity.
Report training outcomes and address issues promptly
Attend required meetings and professional development sessions
Embed intersectional approaches, ensuring accessibility for all communities
Requirements
Minimum 5 years of experience in domestic violence, child protection, family services, family courts, or related sectors
Current, active certification as a Safe & Together Trainer OR willingness to complete the self-paced CORE (prerequisite) and twelve-week LIVE REMOTE Certified Trainer program (4 hours weekly) beginning on Wednesday, 3 September 2025. The training and certification fee is waived for our consultants upon hire.
Minimum 3 years delivering professional training to adult learners
Experience facilitating groups ranging from 15-100 participants with the proven ability to adapt training content for diverse audiences and learning styles
Ability to travel for in-person training delivery with a minimum 4 days of availability monthly or 50 days annually for training
Proven ability to work collaboratively and maintain professional verbal and written communication with stakeholders.
Thorough understanding of domestic violence dynamics and evidence-based interventions
Reliable internet connection and professional home office setup
Strong organizational and time management skills
Preferred skills and experience
Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, Criminal Justice, or related field
Experience training multidisciplinary audiences (social workers, law enforcement, legal professionals, healthcare workers)
Direct practice experience working with survivors of domestic violence and/or perpetrators
Experience in systems change, policy development, or program implementation
Competency with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Google Suite, or similar software
Experience with both in-person and virtual training delivery
Knowledge of child welfare systems and family court processes
Experience with 1st Nation community participation and partnership is highly desirable
Perks of Working with Us
Flexibility to work around your availability and geography, with the ability to also lead training from home
Competitive daily training rates based on your region and experience level.
Professional development opportunities through ongoing training and conferences
Access to a consultant community network of over 400 Certified Trainers for peer support and collaboration
Ongoing support from regional leads and subject matter experts
Meaningful work, helping frontline workers learn how to keep kids safe and together with their protective parents
New Career Pathway; many of our full-time staff working in Instructional Design, Customer Success, and other roles came from our pool of trainers
Working Arrangements
Contract Type: Independent contractor, project-based assignments
Schedule: Flexible, based on training demand and availability
Work Availability: Training assignments are not guaranteed. Work is contingent on client demand, geographic needs, quality of training, and consultant availability
Training Period: CORE training and Train the Trainer certification are prerequisites for hire- we do not compensate for hours spent becoming certified, but enrollment fees are at no cost for selected non-certified candidates
Travel: Required (expenses covered per contract terms)
This is a 1099 independent contractor position; contractors are responsible for their own federal, state, and local taxes, including self-employment tax
Contractors will receive Form 1099-NEC for annual earnings of $600 or more
No employee benefits, workers’ compensation, or unemployment insurance provided
All intellectual property and training materials remain property of Safe & Together Institute
Equipment and Business Expenses
Contractors responsible for providing their own equipment and home office setup (except as specified for travel expenses)
Business-related expenses beyond covered travel costs are contractor’s responsibility
Reliable internet connection and professional workspace required at contractor’s expense
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Title: Advocate – Illinois Domestic Abuse Criminal Legal
Company: Family Resources
Location: Moline, IL
