Children’s Services & Family Advocate — Shelter & Crisis

YWCA Northeast Kansas; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

YWCA Northeast Kansas seeks a Children’s Services & Family Advocate to deliver crisis intervention, advocacy, and intensive case management for individuals and families affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and human trafficking within the shelter setting.

Reporting to the Shelter Manager, you will develop trauma-informed children’s services, collaborate with community partners, maintain confidential records, and assist families with housing, healthcare, and employment

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work, Public Health, Human Services or related field is required.
• Experience in crisis intervention and advocacy preferred.
• Knowledge of local community resources and trauma-informed practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention, advocacy, and shelter-based case management.
• Coordinate safety planning, referrals, and service coordination for clients.
• Assist with housing, healthcare, and income supports for victims and families.
• Maintain confidential documentation and trauma-informed practices.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Advocacy

Communication

Trauma-informed care

Confidentiality

Education

Degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

YWCA Northeast Kansas seeks a Children’s Services & Family Advocate to deliver crisis intervention, advocacy, and intensive case management for individuals and families affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and human trafficking within the shelter setting.

Reporting to the Shelter Manager, you will develop trauma-informed children’s services, collaborate with community partners, maintain confidential records, and assist families with housing, healthcare, and employment