Civil Criminal Justice Intervention Advocate

Overview

Civil Criminal Justice Intervention (CCJI) Advocate

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 the publicly available Cornerstone website.

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: $19.29-$21.95. Unionized Position:
Yes.

Visit our career page for more details: cornerstone website employment page.

The CCJI Advocate position provides trauma informed, survivor-centered, and culturally responsive services to victims/survivors of domestic and sexual violence and sex trafficking. Advocacy responsibilities include providing civil and criminal legal advocacy services to victims/survivors in a knowledgeable, empathetic manner. This position assists with the navigation of working with local law enforcement, prosecutors, probation officers, judges, court personnel and systems professionals to meet the needs of all victims/survivors.

The CCJI Advocate works with Minneapolis Police Department’s Domestic Assault Unit Investigators on felony gone on arrival domestic abuse cases to provide victims/survivors with information about the investigation process, crime victim rights, and safety planning. This position is embedded in the Minneapolis Police Department’s Special Investigations Domestic Assault Unit.

This is a full-time position, working 40 hours a week. Schedule includes working Monday – Friday between the hours of 8am-5pm. It will be hybrid - working from Cornerstone’s offices, community partner locations, courts, and some flexibility to work from home.

Bachelor’s degree in human service, social work, psychology, criminal justice 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.). Completion of 40 Hour Sexual Assault Advocacy training required within first 3-6 months of employment.

• Knowledge of community resources and systems that support victims/survivors of violence.
• Ability to communicate in a calm, trauma-informed manner and effectively support individuals in crisis.
• Understanding of crime victims’ rights, civil remedies, and the criminal justice system (training provided).
• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with survivors, community partners, and justice system professionals.
• Valid driver’s license, automobile insurance, and reliable transportation.

• Provide safety planning, advocacy, and one-to-one support to victims/survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, and related crimes.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of services and survivor contacts.
• Document critical incidents including child protection reports, emergency responses, and participant safety concerns.
• Work collaboratively across Cornerstone programs to ensure coordinated support for survivors.

• Assist survivors in preparing Orders for Protection (OFP), Harassment Restraining Orders (HRO), and Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPO), including modifications, extensions, and dismissals.
• Prepare survivors for civil court hearings and help them navigate court processes and procedures.
• Provide advocacy and support during civil court proceedings.
• Respond to advocacy hotline or…