Support people at court who might otherwise fall through the cracks. JAS is looking for volunteers across NSW to give back to their communities.The roleProvides emotional and practical support to a person at court, police stations, legal meetings, or correctional facilities.Assists with explaining a person''s rights and outcomes including court orders and bail conditions.Facilitates any communication with Court Staff, Police and Lawyers.Who is suitable?Someone who is flexible to be available sometime during Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm.Non-judgement and empatheticGood communicatorNeed to knowVolunteers are comprehensively trained to effectively support people with Cognitive ImpairmentCentrelink approvedDisability support availableAge requirements18+ years oldDateEnd date:-SkillsAged CareDisability SupportSupport Services: Counselling, Psychology, Social SupportChildcare, Youth and Family ServicesLegalEducation, Training, Mentoring and Coaching (including sports)JAS is available across NSW including in rural, regional and remote areas, and concentrated in NSW Police Area Commands, Police Districts and around central court locations. We use an individual advocacy approach by arranging a support person to be with victims, witnesses and suspects/defendants when they are with police, courts and legal representatives.The Justice Advocacy Service (JAS) supports young people and adults with cognitive impairment in contact with the NSW criminal justice ... #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Title
Court Support Volunteer