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Tubman is seeking for a Legal Advocate!

Key Responsibilities
Tubman is seeking a full-time (32 hours) legal advocate to provide criminal and civil court advocacy services in Ramsey County.

Ensure that agency clients, including victims of domestic abuse, receive advocacy and support at civil and criminal court hearings. Contribute to legal services program outcomes and the mission of the agency

Tubman provides ample opportunity for professional growth and has a good benefit package, with salary dependent upon experience and qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications
Two + years of direct services in programs related to domestic violence prevention/legal services. Undergraduate degree in related field. Good verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Candidate
- Experience in assisting victims of domestic violence navigate through the legal system.
- Experience in working with social and community services in a collaborative effort.
- Understanding of teamwork and the ability to apply teamwork within the agency.
- Experience in dealing with crisis situation and violent behaviors

To apply: Send resumes and cover letter to: jobs@tubman.org. Or Tubman Center East, Attn: HR Dept. 1725 Monastery Way, Maplewood, MN 55109 EEO/AA

Tubman's philosophy is rooted in our namesake, Harriet. Facing unrelenting adversities, she advised others to simply, "Keep going..." Tubman offers safety and understanding to anyone facing violence, chemical dependency or mental health challenges - over 54,000 each year. We welcome all, from new-born to age 90, with a continuum of services based on decades of research and expertise, and encourage social justice through information. We believe that no challenge is too big, and no hurt is too small. With the best professional staff, Tubman is here.

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