Job Description
C ivil 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 .
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
Job Summary: 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.
Hours/Schedule: 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.
Experience/Qualifications: 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.
Primary Qualifications - 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.
Duties/Functions: Survivor Advocacy & Support
- 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.
Civil Legal Advocacy
- 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 voicemail inquiries and provide referrals to appropriate community resources.
Criminal Justice Advocacy
- Serve as a liaison between survivors and the criminal justice system.
- Contact survivors following police reports to provide safety planning, information about the court process, and education about crime victim rights.
- Support survivors in preparing for criminal court appearances.
- Attend court hearings and collaborate with prosecutors and justice system partners to advocate for survivor safety and accountability.
Visit our career page at: Our Benefits Package Includes:
- Free virtual mental health counseling (for all employees + their families)
- Free telemedicine (for employees + enrolled family members)
- 401(k) after 90 days + up to 4% employer match after 1 year
- Paid parental leave after 1 year of service
- Medical, dental & vision (eligible first month after 30 days)
- HSA & FSA options
- Free basic life & AD&D insurance
- Free long-term disability
- Voluntary short-term disability
- Generous PTO: 168 hours to start (increases after 24 months)
- 11 paid holidays + 2 floating holidays
- Paid birthday off
EEO Statement: Cornerstone strives for a fully inclusive work environment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, veteran, disability, age, marital or, familial, and/or with regard to public assistance or any other characteristic. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Job Tags
Full time, Temporary work, Local area, Work from home, Trial period, Monday to Friday