Bilingual Domestic Violence CARE Advocate

Sojourner House; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Employee assistance program (EAP)

401(k) match

Job summary

Sojourner House in Rhode Island is seeking a bilingual Domestic Violence CARE Advocate to join the CARE Team. This on-site, full-time role supports survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking by coordinating entry to housing options and connecting clients with community resources.

Responsibilities include maintaining CES lists, conducting intakes, referrals, housing and crisis assessments, and collaborating with partners.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Spanish (oral/written).
• 2–3 years’ social/human services experience (degree preferred).
• Organized, strong communicator, computer literate.
• Experience with diverse and vulnerable populations.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
• Must pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain CES list and attend related meetings.
• Respond to calls, conduct intakes, and provide referrals.
• Perform housing and crisis assessments for eligible clients.
• Support clients in setting and achieving housing goals.
• Assist with housing clinics and data/reporting for grants.
• Build connections with community agencies.
• Supervise volunteers as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Spanish bilingual

Strong communicator

Computer literate

Education

Degree preferred

Job description

Status: Full-time (37.5 hours/week), Nonexempt

Salary: $26–$27/hour, with benefits (health/dental insurance, paid time off, EAP, 401(k) match)

About Sojourner House

Sojourner House is a comprehensive domestic violence and sexual assault agency serving families and individuals throughout Rhode Island. With offices in Providence and Woonsocket, we provide a range of residential, educational, and community-based services to help clients rebuild their lives. We are committed to non-violent conflict resolution and empowering survivors.

Role Summary

We are seeking a bilingual (Spanish) Domestic Violence CARE Advocate to join our Coordinated Assessment Referral and Engagement (CARE) Team. In partnership with the RI Coalition to End Homelessness (RICEH), this role helps survivors access the Domestic Violence Coordinated Entry System (CES). Working collaboratively with Sojourner House programs and community partners, the Advocate provides direct services to stabilize and house survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain CES list and attend related meetings
• Respond to calls, conduct intakes, and provide referrals
• Perform housing and crisis assessments for eligible clients
• Support clients in setting and achieving housing goals
• Assist with housing clinics and data/reporting for grants
• Build connections with community agencies
• Supervise volunteers as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Fluent in Spanish (oral/written)
• 2–3 years’ social/human services experience (degree preferred)
• Organized, strong communicator, computer literate
• Experience with diverse and vulnerable populations
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle
• Must pass background checks

Work Environment

• On-site, with travel to other agency locations
• Some lifting (10–25 lbs) and climbing stairs
• May work with clients’ pets

Sojourner House is an equal opportunity employer. Learn more at www.sojournerri.org.