Court Outreach Advocate (EXPO)

About Us:
Aloha and Mahalo for your interest in the Domestic Violence Action Center! We are the only agency in the State of Hawaii that accepts large numbers of high-risk divorce, temporary restraining orders, post-decree, and paternity cases. We are committed to ending domestic violence and other forms of harm through leadership, unique services, legal representation, survivor and system advocacy, community education and social change work. We are also the only agency in the community with a full complement of services to assist as a victim navigates the system and moves their life to freedom and self-sufficiency. Come join us in ending domestic violence in Hawaii today!  

We are looking for a Court Outreach Advocate (ExPO Advocate) to support our Survivor Advocacy Services, and someone who is inspired by our mission to end domestic violence in Hawaii!
Working at DVAC is more than a job, we are a community that helps people to stay safe and free. If you are seeking a career that will bring you meaningful purpose, then this may be the organization for you.

How You’ll be Making an Impact at DVAC:

The ExPO Advocate will be based at Kapolei Courthouse and will support survivors as they seek legal protection. We are looking for someone who can build rapport and trust quickly, has the passion and empathy to understand and listen to stories from survivors, and someone who takes initiative. If this sounds like you, please apply today!

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or at least 1 year of direct experience working with multicultural communities and survivors of domestic violence.
• Experience providing crisis counseling and survivor-centered support.
• Strong knowledge of community resources and referral networks.

Benefits:

This is a full-time non-exempt position and includes full benefits including:

• Health, dental and vision insurance with UHA 100% paid by DVAC.
• We honor 14 paid holidays.
• Earn PTO immediately upon hire
• Your birthday off
• Flexible Spending Options with PIOPAC
• 401K options with Mutual of America
• Pet Insurance
• Incredibly supportive work environment

We believe all persons should be treated with equality, dignity and fairness. With high quality and culturally sensitive programs, delivered with integrity and compassion we are creating safety and self-sufficiency for survivors and their children.

Apply today with your resume, cover letter, and three references.