DV Court Liaison
Company: Metropolitan Family Services
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description If asked to describe the culture
at Metropolitan Family Services, we could do that in one word.
COMMUNITY ! Reflected in both our internal culture as well as
through the services we provide, community is at the heart of all
we do. Metropolitan Family Services empowers families to learn, to
earn, to heal, to thrive. Part mentor, part motivator, part
advocate, since 1857, Metropolitan Family Services has been the
engine of change that empowers families to reach their greatest
potential and positively impact their communities. Are you looking
to have an impact on more than just a company’s bottom line? Then
we’d love to hear from you! We are now hiring for a part-time DV
Court Liaison for Domestic Violence program to join our Midway
office. SALARY: The average starting salary for this position will
fall in the range of $23-$25 per hour . Where candidates fall in
this range will be based on skill and experience level. ESSENTIAL
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Provides direct services to
survivors of domestic abuse and/or their children, including crisis
intervention, safety planning, emotional support, advocacy,
information, and/or referrals. • Assists and accompanies clients
and witnesses through court procedures relating to Orders of
Protection, domestic violence, divorce and family court. • Offers
support and information for survivors of domestic violence. •
Assists DV Court Advocates and/or clients in preparing petitions
for Orders of Protection; provides accompaniment throughout the
court process; prepares Orders for the judge. • Develops and
maintains a strong working knowledge of MFS programs and
community-based resources. Facilitates linkages with services both
within MFS and in the community. • May assist in training program
staff, volunteers, and/or interns. May conduct public education
presentations, police trainings, or other educational offerings
related to court advocacy services. • Administers any required
outcome tools at their designated intervals. • Attends any
mandatory group supervision and program/agency meetings. •
Participates in a team-oriented approach by collaborating with
departmental staff and other programs to provide comprehensive
services for clients. • Completes paperwork in a timely manner,
including intakes, case notes and other documentation needed for a
client’s file. • Works within contract, grant, and program
expectations, including meeting timelines and reporting
requirements. Provides timely, accurate statistical information for
program grants. • Remains cognizant of current developments in the
field of domestic violence. Attends appropriate workshops,
conferences, etc. to enhance professional development and
understanding of issues in the field. • Works closely with and
advocates on behalf of clients with other agencies and the legal
system (e.g. State’s Attorneys; Legal Aid; DCFS; police and
Sheriff’s departments; private attorneys; investigators; etc.).
Represents Metropolitan Family Services and the domestic violence
program with a high degree of professionalism, an awareness of
courtroom etiquette, and an understanding of the expectations of
the criminal justice system. • Provides services in accordance with
the Illinois Certified Domestic Violence Professionals’ code of
ethics. • Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: • Associate’s
degree plus 2 years’ work experience, preferably in the field of
gender-based violence and/or a criminal justice-related capacity.
TRAVEL/MOBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Driving for work required with a
personally owned vehicle TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
Driving for work required with a personally owned vehicle. Travel
between sites required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: While performing the
essential duties of this job, the employee is required to sit and
stand for sustained periods of time, frequently talk, hear, use
hands and fingers to feel, handle, and operate objects or controls,
and occasionally stand, bend, stretch, stoop, kneel and crouch. The
employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform an
activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures,
transcribing, and viewing a computer terminal. Metropolitan Family
Services puts our people first with a top-of-the-line benefits
package. Find out more by clicking here ! Some highlights include:
Medical Coverage, Dental Coverage, and Vision Coverage.
Metropolitan Family Services contributions of $2,000 to individual,
and $4,000 to family, HSA accounts, pro-rated to your benefits
start date. FREE General Medicine and Behavioral Health Teladoc
services provided to all team members. Retirement 401K plan
services with a 4% employer match, vested at 100% on day one of
eligibility. And so much more! Make sure you click here to see the
full suite of benefits offered. Some of the above benefits are
available for part-time and temporary workers, but not all. Be sure
to inquire upon your hire as to which benefits apply to you. MORE
ABOUT US: Metropolitan is Illinois' first comprehensive human
services agency and reaches more than 122,970 individuals and
families in Chicago, Evanston/Skokie, the southwest suburbs, and
DuPage County with services promoting education, economic
stability, emotional wellness, and empowerment.
Keywords: Metropolitan Family Services, Wheaton , DV Court Liaison, Social Services , Chicago, Illinois
