Court Advocate

Job overview

The Court Advocate role is onsite in Spokane, WA, with pay of $21.77–$26.12 per hour, dependent on prior experience. The YWCA Spokane provides direct services and community partnerships to support domestic violence survivors. The schedule lists Monday 8 a.m.–5 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m.–3 p.m.; the posting states 40 hours per week, full-time. The advocate helps survivors navigate safety needs and the criminal and civil court processes, including protection orders and court hearings. The role coordinates with prosecutors, law enforcement, court staff, and community partners while maintaining confidential records and providing trauma-informed support.

What you'll do

• Review domestic violence police reports, lethality assessments, and referrals
• contact survivors to assess safety and needs
• prepare court dockets
• explain criminal, protection-order, and firearms-compliance processes
• obtain releases before sharing identifying information
• offer in-person, phone, or virtual advocacy appointments
• assist with protection orders and attend related hearings
• liaise with prosecutors, law enforcement, and court staff
• maintain confidential documentation and support reporting.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

court advocate

spokane wa

ywca spokane

full-time

$21.77–$26.12/hr

domestic violence advocacy

survivor support

court hearings

protection orders

trauma-informed services

legal advocacy

bilingual pay differential

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, employer-paid life insurance, 12 paid holidays, employee assistance program, paid time off available at hire, employer-funded retirement plan and 401(k) options, ongoing training and development, flexible spending and dependent care account options, and 50% off YMCA membership.

Why this role

Bilingual employees who use a qualifying second language at work may receive an additional $3 per hour differential.

About the employer

YWCA of Spokane is hiring for this role. Industry: Civic and Social Organizations. Sector: 81.