Advocate for Children, Youth & Housing

Community Referral Agency, Inc.; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Referral Agency, Inc. seeks a dual-role advocate to support children and youth affected by domestic and sexual violence, and to assist individuals and families with housing needs.

The role involves comprehensive advocacy across legal, social, medical, and education systems, with a focus on trauma-informed, client-centered support. The Housing Advocate duties include case management, building relationships with housing programs and landlords, and timely documentation for funders,

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent plus 2 years post-secondary education in a human service-related field; training or experience with children and in sexual/domestic abuse preferred.
• Familiar with trauma-informed, client-centered, strength-based advocacy; training provided and ongoing training expected.
• A team player committed to CRA's mission and guiding principles.
• Able to work with diverse populations and maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent listening and verbal/written communication and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer skills; familiarity with MS Office and database entry.

Responsibilities

• Provide advocacy within legal/judicial, social service, medical, school, mental health, and other systems as needed.
• Define options and work toward positive development for children and youth.
• Provide housing advocacy including case management, relationships with housing programs and landlords, and documentation for funders.

Skills

Trauma-informed advocacy

Team player

Diversity friendly

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

HS diploma + 2 years in human services

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database entry

Job description

Community Referral Agency, Inc. seeks a dual-role advocate to support children and youth affected by domestic and sexual violence, and to assist individuals and families with housing needs.

The role involves comprehensive advocacy across legal, social, medical, and education systems, with a focus on trauma-informed, client-centered support. The Housing Advocate duties include case management, building relationships with housing programs and landlords, and timely documentation for funders,