Carmi Victim Advocate

Victim Advocate: The position is full-time, 40 hours per week. The Victim Advocate assists victims/survivors of domestic violence through the civil and criminal justice process, provides information regarding legal remedies, the Illinois Domestic Violence Act, shelter services, crime witness information and other SWAN services.

The Victim Advocate assists victims with efforts to obtain emergency orders of protection, plenary orders of protection and filing criminal complaints. Victim Advocates provide follow-up supportive services and safety planning.

The Victim Advocate must answer telephone calls, be proficient in Microsoft Office, and be able to utilize other program-specific computer programs for the domestic violence programs.

Must have reliable transportation and be able to travel within the service area of White and Hamilton Counties. Additional travel to Olney will be required for training. This position requires a valid driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance. The employee is reimbursed for mileage monthly at the IRS reimbursement rate for travel.

Benefits: SWAN has 9 paid holidays, offers employer dental insurance for the employee, offers low-cost health insurance, employee paid vision insurance, life insurance, and other supplementary insurance plans at open enrollment periods. In addition, an employer paid retirement plan is available after one year of employment during open enrollment periods. An employee may start contributing to the retirement plan after 90 days of employment. The pay range is $17 - $19 an hour depending on education and experience. Information on sick time, paid leave, and vacation will be provided during the interview process.

Background Checks: Employment is contingent upon successful background checks through DCFS and the Illinois State Police.

To apply, please go to www.swandvhl.org, complete the employment application form and email it along with your resume to Amanda Johnson at ajohnson@swandvhl.org and Renae Brown at rbrown@swandvhl.org.

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• driver's license (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)

Work Location: In person