HAWC
Position Title
HAWC Bilingual SAFEPLAN Advocate
Department
HAWC Legal Services
Reports To
Senior SAFEPLAN Advocate
Effective Date
012/08/2025
Salary
$23-$25/hour based on experience and includes HAWC’s compensation for bilingual language skills
Summary of Benefits
3 weeks of vacation per year during first year; increases at year 5, carryover of 2 weeks
13 Holidays off per year
13 Sick days per year
5 Personal days per year
70% Health Insurance paid by HAWC
70% Dental Insurance paid by HAWC
70% Paid Family & Medical Leave paid by HAWC
100% Short & Long Term Disability paid by HAWC
100% Employee Assistance Plan paid by HAWC
100% paid Life Insurance (1x annual salary up to $50,000)
Health Reimbursement Account (HAWC pays first 50% of deductible)
Position Summary This full-time position provides crisis intervention, advocacy and referral services to survivors of domestic violence. The SAFEPLAN Advocate will be based in the Lynn District Court but will also work in Salem District Court and the Essex County Probate and Family Court providing assistance to victims seeking 209A restraining orders or 258E harassment prevention orders. The position reports to the HAWC Senior Safeplan Advocate.
The SAFEPLAN Program is a court-based civil advocacy program created by Massachusetts Office for Victim Assistance (MOVA) in 1995. SAFEPLAN is a partnership between MOVA and community-based domestic violence and sexual assault programs. SAFEPLAN Advocates are housed in district and probate and family courts throughout the Commonwealth, and work in collaboration with court personnel, district attorneys’ offices, and other allied criminal justice and social service agencies. Together, they provide a system of advocacy for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking considering a 209A restraining order or a 258E harassment prevention order. SAFEPLAN Advocates are available in one of the three SAFEPLAN courts HAWC serves during the court’s open hours.
Position Experience
Bilingual Spanish & English – Required
Bicultural – preferred
Commitment/experience working with victims of domestic violence
Knowledge of domestic violence and crisis intervention
Knowledge of the judicial system and abuse prevention order process
Strong interpersonal, verbal and written skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Completion of HAWC’s pre-service training in compliance with M.G.L. 233 s.20(k)
Complete additional legal advocacy training and MOVA SAFEPLAN Certification
Position Details
Crisis assessment and intervention services
Information on legal options and the process to obtain a protective order
Assistance in completing protective order application forms
Accompaniment and advocacy in court during civil proceedings
Availability to assist victims, in accordance with the court coverage agreement
Creation of a comprehensive, individual safety plan with each SAFEPLAN client, whether or not the client chooses to pursue the protective order
Referrals and connection to appropriate follow-up services and resources deemed appropriate for each individual client, or by client request including, but not limited to other services provided by HAWC such as counseling, group support, legal services; or other programs outside of HAWC; or District Attorney Victim Witness Advocates
Discussion of the dynamics of abuse with victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking
Advocate safety is paramount. Advocates are not required to stand with anyone with whom they feel unsafe
If an advocate does not wish to stand with someone, they can offer him/ her general information about the 209A process and give him/her a referral to the HAWC hotline
Additional Roles and Responsibilities to Enhance Service Delivery to Victims
Development and advancement of professional and collaborative working relationships including, but not limited to, clerks, judges, attorneys, prosecutors, security officers, and victim witness advocates 3
Adherence to HAWC guidelines and protocols to ensure client confidentiality
Attendance at regular supervision with the HAWC Senior Safeplan Advocate regarding specific cases, day-to-day activities, performance evaluations, or case related guidance and overall quality of work issues
Attendance at MOVA quarterly regional meetings and continuing education sessions to discuss systemic advocacy issues and to receive ongoing training
Knowledge of the SAFEPLAN Policies and Procedures Manual and job-related tasks within the boundaries set forth by the manual
Complete statistical data forms for every client contact
Performance of other SAFEPLAN-related tasks, duties and assignments as requested by HAWC and MOVA
Able to flex hours to meet position responsibilities
Equal Opportunity Statement HAWC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. People of color, LGBTQ people, bicultural and bilingual people, people with disabilities, and survivors of partner abuse are encouraged to apply. HAWC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender or gender identity, familial status, disability, ancestry, age, marital status, public assistance status, sexual orientation, veteran history/military status, genetic information or membership in any group protected by federal and state law.
Contact Information Email resume and cover letter to: julieb@hawcdv.org Or mail to: HAWC, Attn: Julie Bakoian., 27 Congress Street, Ste. 204, Salem, MA 01970
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HAWC Bilingual SAFEPLAN Advocate
Department
HAWC Legal Services
Reports To
Senior SAFEPLAN Advocate
Effective Date
012/08/2025
Salary
$23-$25/hour based on experience and includes HAWC’s compensation for bilingual language skills
Summary of Benefits
3 weeks of vacation per year during first year; increases at year 5, carryover of 2 weeks
13 Holidays off per year
13 Sick days per year
5 Personal days per year
70% Health Insurance paid by HAWC
70% Dental Insurance paid by HAWC
70% Paid Family & Medical Leave paid by HAWC
100% Short & Long Term Disability paid by HAWC
100% Employee Assistance Plan paid by HAWC
100% paid Life Insurance (1x annual salary up to $50,000)
Health Reimbursement Account (HAWC pays first 50% of deductible)
Position Summary This full-time position provides crisis intervention, advocacy and referral services to survivors of domestic violence. The SAFEPLAN Advocate will be based in the Lynn District Court but will also work in Salem District Court and the Essex County Probate and Family Court providing assistance to victims seeking 209A restraining orders or 258E harassment prevention orders. The position reports to the HAWC Senior Safeplan Advocate.
The SAFEPLAN Program is a court-based civil advocacy program created by Massachusetts Office for Victim Assistance (MOVA) in 1995. SAFEPLAN is a partnership between MOVA and community-based domestic violence and sexual assault programs. SAFEPLAN Advocates are housed in district and probate and family courts throughout the Commonwealth, and work in collaboration with court personnel, district attorneys’ offices, and other allied criminal justice and social service agencies. Together, they provide a system of advocacy for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking considering a 209A restraining order or a 258E harassment prevention order. SAFEPLAN Advocates are available in one of the three SAFEPLAN courts HAWC serves during the court’s open hours.
Position Experience
Bilingual Spanish & English – Required
Bicultural – preferred
Commitment/experience working with victims of domestic violence
Knowledge of domestic violence and crisis intervention
Knowledge of the judicial system and abuse prevention order process
Strong interpersonal, verbal and written skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Completion of HAWC’s pre-service training in compliance with M.G.L. 233 s.20(k)
Complete additional legal advocacy training and MOVA SAFEPLAN Certification
Position Details
Crisis assessment and intervention services
Information on legal options and the process to obtain a protective order
Assistance in completing protective order application forms
Accompaniment and advocacy in court during civil proceedings
Availability to assist victims, in accordance with the court coverage agreement
Creation of a comprehensive, individual safety plan with each SAFEPLAN client, whether or not the client chooses to pursue the protective order
Referrals and connection to appropriate follow-up services and resources deemed appropriate for each individual client, or by client request including, but not limited to other services provided by HAWC such as counseling, group support, legal services; or other programs outside of HAWC; or District Attorney Victim Witness Advocates
Discussion of the dynamics of abuse with victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking
Advocate safety is paramount. Advocates are not required to stand with anyone with whom they feel unsafe
If an advocate does not wish to stand with someone, they can offer him/ her general information about the 209A process and give him/her a referral to the HAWC hotline
Additional Roles and Responsibilities to Enhance Service Delivery to Victims
Development and advancement of professional and collaborative working relationships including, but not limited to, clerks, judges, attorneys, prosecutors, security officers, and victim witness advocates 3
Adherence to HAWC guidelines and protocols to ensure client confidentiality
Attendance at regular supervision with the HAWC Senior Safeplan Advocate regarding specific cases, day-to-day activities, performance evaluations, or case related guidance and overall quality of work issues
Attendance at MOVA quarterly regional meetings and continuing education sessions to discuss systemic advocacy issues and to receive ongoing training
Knowledge of the SAFEPLAN Policies and Procedures Manual and job-related tasks within the boundaries set forth by the manual
Complete statistical data forms for every client contact
Performance of other SAFEPLAN-related tasks, duties and assignments as requested by HAWC and MOVA
Able to flex hours to meet position responsibilities
Equal Opportunity Statement HAWC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. People of color, LGBTQ people, bicultural and bilingual people, people with disabilities, and survivors of partner abuse are encouraged to apply. HAWC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender or gender identity, familial status, disability, ancestry, age, marital status, public assistance status, sexual orientation, veteran history/military status, genetic information or membership in any group protected by federal and state law.
Contact Information Email resume and cover letter to: julieb@hawcdv.org Or mail to: HAWC, Attn: Julie Bakoian., 27 Congress Street, Ste. 204, Salem, MA 01970
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