SAFEPLAN Court Advocate, Floater

The primary objective of the SAFEPLAN Advocate (Floater) is to assist survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, and stalking seeking help from the judicial system, primarily within the Worcester area New Hope courthouses, including E. Brookfield, Dudley, Uxbridge, Westborough, and Milford District Courts.

• Assist survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking who come to court seeking protective orders by: providing crisis assessment and intervention, assisting survivors in completing protective order application forms, providing information for survivors on legal options, and the process to obtain a protective order.

• Screen potential clients for appropriateness and eligibility to receive SAFEPLAN services.

• Conduct comprehensive safety planning for survivors and their children that is individualized for each client and consists of ways for the client to remain safe in different situations.

• Accompany, support, and advocate for survivors in court during civil proceedings.

• Make referrals and connections for appropriate follow-ups to domestic violence services, other social service programs, and the District attorney's office as necessary including counseling, group support, legal services, or District Attorney Victim Witness Advocates.