Troy, MO, USA
3 days ago
Legal Advocate

Job Description:

Job Title: Legal Advocate

Location: Troy, Missouri

Department: Outpatient Services

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

In this role, you will provide trauma-informed, person-centered legal advocacy and support to individuals impacted by domestic violence. This position works in coordination with service teams, legal systems, and community partners to promote client safety, legal empowerment, and overall well-being. The Legal Advocate ensures services are delivered in a manner consistent with organization standards for advocacy, accessibility, rights protection, and cultural competence.

Key Responsibilities:

Legal Advocacy and Court Support

Assist clients in understanding and navigating the legal system, including obtaining Ex Parte and Full Orders of Protection.

Attend court hearings to provide emotional support and advocacy during civil and criminal proceedings.

Assist in the preparation of victim impact statements and documentation for court.

Education and Training

Provide procedural guidance to clients and internal staff on legal protections and available options.

Offer ongoing education to staff regarding domestic violence laws and advocacy best practices.

Crisis Intervention and Safety Planning

Deliver immediate crisis intervention and emotional support via phone, walk-ins, or scheduled appointments.

Collaborate with clients to develop individualized safety plans tailored to their current needs and risks.

Client-Centered Case Support

Facilitate psycho-educational and empowerment-based support groups.

Assist clients in identifying and addressing needs related to housing, employment, childcare, and financial stability.

Documentation and Record-Keeping

Maintain timely, accurate, and confidential documentation in client files and electronic health record (EHR) systems.

Ensure documentation supports individualized plans, client progress, and service outcomes.

Hotline and Intake Support

Respond to 24-hour crisis hotline calls as scheduled, offering crisis support, intake, and referrals.

Complete intake assessments and collect consents and documentation as required by agency and funding sources.

Community Engagement

Participate in community education and outreach efforts to increase awareness of domestic and sexual violence.

Develop and maintain professional relationships with court personnel, law enforcement, legal aid, and referral agencies.

Transportation and Accessibility

Provide transportation for clients as needed to support legal proceedings or service-related goals in accordance with agency policy.

Programming and Quality Improvement

Participate in staff meetings, supervision, case consultations, and program evaluations.

Support data collection and reporting for grants, performance outcomes, and quality improvement efforts.

Advocacy and Client Rights

Actively promote the rights of clients to make informed choices, participate in service planning, and receive services free from discrimination or coercion.

Maintain awareness of and compliance with laws, policies, and best practices related to client confidentiality and rights.

Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in social work, criminal justice, psychology, sociology, or related human services field;

OR

Associate degree with one (1) year of related experience;

OR

Three (3) years of relevant human services experience in advocacy or case management.

OR

Survivor of domestic violence with demonstrated advocacy experience and two (2) years in the human services field.

Prior experience in legal advocacy, domestic violence support, or community-based services preferred.





Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness





Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Preferred Family Health Care is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.

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