ADVOCATE INTERN
Safe Space, Inc.
Louisburg, NC
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Provided direct advocacy and crisis support to survivors of domestic violence experiencing safety concerns, legal challenges, housing instability, and other urgent needs.
- Assisted survivors with domestic violence protective-order processes and court procedures; accompanied and supported victims during court proceedings.
- Coordinated with law enforcement, attorneys, courthouse personnel, advocates, and service organizations to address client needs and facilitate available assistance, ensuring comprehensive support for survivors.
- Connected survivors with shelter services, emergency housing options, and other community resources; made referrals based on individual circumstances and needs.
- Answered client calls, returned messages, and conducted follow-up communication to assess needs and provide information on legal processes, services, and community resources, enhancing client understanding and access to support.
- Completed intake forms, entered client information into a database, maintained detailed case notes, and protected sensitive and confidential information.
- Staffed community outreach events, developed educational materials, and supported advocates with presentations to raise awareness of domestic violence and promote victim services, contributing to community engagement and education.