Civil/Criminal Justice Intervention Sexual Assault Advocate – Minneapolis
Minneapolis, MN
Full Time
Experienced
Our Mission:
Cornerstone disrupts violence through advocacy, support, and prevention. We partner with individuals, families, and organizations to build communities free from harm.
Our Core Values: *Survivor- Centered *Social Justice *Well-Being *Collaboration *Integrity
Summary of Cornerstone:
Cornerstone is a $5.5 million organization that provides comprehensive services for individuals and families in the greater Twin Cities metropolitan area who are experiencing or have experienced domestic violence, sexual violence, human trafficking or general crime. Our offices are located in Bloomington, Brooklyn Center and Minneapolis. Learn more at www.cornerstonemn.org.
Diversity and Inclusion:
We are committed to a nondiscriminatory approach and provide equal opportunity for employment and advancement in all of our departments, programs, and worksites. BIPOC and LGBTQ+ community are strongly encouraged to apply.
Pay Range: $19.00 - $21.63 per hour
Hours/Schedule: Monday- Friday, 8am-4pm
Unionized Position: Yes
Job Summary: Works from Minneapolis Police Department (MPD), Special Investigations Division, Sex Crimes Unit providing criminal and civil legal advocacy services to victims/survivors of sexual assault in a knowledgeable, empathetic manner. Works with Minneapolis Police Investigators in the Sex Crimes Unit, County Prosecutors, probation officers, judges and system professionals to meet the needs of all sexual assault victims/survivors who are engaging with the criminal justice system. This position focuses on the investigation process spending time daily consulting with Minneapolis investigators.
Experience/Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, human services 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.).
Program:
Our Benefits Package Includes:
EEO Statement:Cornerstone disrupts violence through advocacy, support, and prevention. We partner with individuals, families, and organizations to build communities free from harm.
Our Core Values: *Survivor- Centered *Social Justice *Well-Being *Collaboration *Integrity
Summary of Cornerstone:
Cornerstone is a $5.5 million organization that provides comprehensive services for individuals and families in the greater Twin Cities metropolitan area who are experiencing or have experienced domestic violence, sexual violence, human trafficking or general crime. Our offices are located in Bloomington, Brooklyn Center and Minneapolis. Learn more at www.cornerstonemn.org.
Diversity and Inclusion:
We are committed to a nondiscriminatory approach and provide equal opportunity for employment and advancement in all of our departments, programs, and worksites. BIPOC and LGBTQ+ community are strongly encouraged to apply.
Pay Range: $19.00 - $21.63 per hour
Hours/Schedule: Monday- Friday, 8am-4pm
Unionized Position: Yes
Job Summary: Works from Minneapolis Police Department (MPD), Special Investigations Division, Sex Crimes Unit providing criminal and civil legal advocacy services to victims/survivors of sexual assault in a knowledgeable, empathetic manner. Works with Minneapolis Police Investigators in the Sex Crimes Unit, County Prosecutors, probation officers, judges and system professionals to meet the needs of all sexual assault victims/survivors who are engaging with the criminal justice system. This position focuses on the investigation process spending time daily consulting with Minneapolis investigators.
Experience/Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, human services 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.).
- Must be a trained and supervised “sexual assault counselor” in continual compliance with MN §595.02(k) or willing to complete sexual assault counselor training and maintain status.
- Broad knowledge of resources and systems which interface with victims/survivors (v/s) of violence and the skills to work in both a team and individual setting.
- Understanding of trauma-informed, survivor-centered, and culturally responsive care practices.
- Understanding of the human services delivery system with an emphasis on serving diverse, marginalized and/or underrepresented communities.
- General understanding of crime victim’s rights, civil remedies, and the criminal justice systems with the understanding additional training will be provided.
- Ability to work effectively with law enforcement to support both the v/s requested needs and the criminal justice response.
- Valid driver’s license, automobile insurance and reliable vehicle (Valid Driver’s License and auto insurance must be on file with HR.
- Candidates who are bilingual in English and one of the prevalent languages in our service delivery area (i.e. Spanish, Somali, Hmong) strongly encouraged to apply.
Program:
- Work collaboratively across all CAS programs
- Attend departmental staff meetings as scheduled
- Provide safety planning sessions and one-to-one meetings with victims/survivors
- Maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor
- Keep accurate records of contacts with and on behalf of victim/survivors
- Properly documents all critical incidents: child protection reports, emergency response calls, and participant injury and concerns. Completes other documentation as assigned by supervisor
- Keep abreast of new laws affecting victims/survivors
- Notify victim/survivors of case updates, orders and status
- Train CCJI advocates about the investigation process of sexual violence cases and educate advocates about best practices when working with sexual assault victims/survivors
- Assist victims/survivors in writing Orders for Protection/Harassment Restraining Orders and amendments and extensions to such orders
- Serve as an advocate for victims/survivors in civil court proceedings such as Orders for Protection and Harassment Restraining Order hearings
- Serve as an advocate for victims/survivors through engagement with law enforcement through the investigation and the criminal justice process
- Support victims/survivors through interviews with investigators. This may include accompanying investigators to victim’s/survivor’s home upon request.
- Attend meetings with prosecution and law enforcement to provide a victim lens during the charging process. Make assigned calls to victims/survivors following these meetings to provide support and education.
- Function as a liaison between victims/survivors and the criminal justice system
- Work with the Minneapolis Police Department’s Sex Crimes Unit to enhance the understanding of victims/survivors trauma and needs and enhance the quality of sexual violence related reports
Our Benefits Package Includes:
- Health Care: Comprehensive coverage options.
- Paid Time Off: 160 hours annually, plus 13 paid holidays (including your birthday in your first year).
- Retirement Savings: Up to a 4% employer match after one year of service.
- Vision Coverage: Free for employees.
- Virtual Mental Health Services: Free for employees and their immediate families.
- Virtual Medical Care: Free for employees and their immediate families when enrolled in any of our medical plans.
- Life Insurance: Basic coverage provided at no cost to employees.
- Long-Term Disability: Free coverage for employees.
- Paid Parental Leave: Available after one year of service
Cornerstone strives for a fully inclusive work environment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, veteran, disability, age, marital or, familial, and/or with regard to public assistance or any other characteristic. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
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