Family Advocate

BraveBe Child Advocacy Center; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

SIMPLE IRA

Job summary

BraveBe Child Advocacy Center in Lincoln, Nebraska seeks a compassionate Family Advocate to provide advocacy and support to children and non-offending caregivers through investigations and healing. The role emphasizes building trust, responding to crises with empathy, and coordinating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure trauma-informed care at every step.

You’ll work closely with law enforcement, child welfare, medical providers, and prosecutors to connect families with needed resources and

Qualifications

• Provide compassionate advocacy to children and non-offending caregivers.
• Support families through investigations and healing processes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for coordinated care.
• Respond calmly and compassionately in emotional or crisis situations.

Responsibilities

• Welcome children and caregivers to BraveBe and create a safe, supportive environment.
• Identify urgent needs and connect families with housing, food, transportation and trauma-informed services.
• Educate caregivers about abuse dynamics and multidisciplinary response processes.
• Assist with court preparation, Court School, and Victim Impact Statements.
• Conduct ongoing follow-up and safety monitoring with caregivers.

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Empathy in crisis

Bilingual preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice

Job description

Family Advocate

BraveBe Child Advocacy Center | Lincoln, Nebraska

We believe every child deserves safety, dignity, and a future filled with hope. Through a collaborative, trauma-informed team approach, we work to reduce harm, seek justice, and create pathways to healing for children and families impacted by abuse.

We are seeking a compassionate, resilient, and relationship-centered professional to join our team as a Family Advocate, a role that provides direct advocacy and life-changing support to youth and families during some of the most difficult moments of their lives.

Why Join BraveBe?

This is more than a job, it’s a chance to do deeply meaningful work alongside a team that truly supports one another.

You’ll join a culture that is:

• Mission-driven – Every role directly contributes to protecting children and strengthening families
• Collaborative & supportive – You’re never doing this work alone
• Rooted in belonging – Every voice matters, and every team member is valued
• Celebrated – Both large and small achievements are regularly celebrated. Proudly named one of Lincoln’s Best Places to Work in 2024 and 2025.

About the Role

As a Family Advocate, you will provide compassionate support, education, and advocacy to children and non-offending caregivers throughout the investigative and healing process.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives on building trust, responding with empathy during times of crisis, and helping families feel supported, informed, and empowered as they navigate complex systems.

You’ll work closely with BraveBe’s multidisciplinary team, including law enforcement, child welfare professionals, medical providers, and prosecutors; to ensure children and families receive coordinated, trauma-informed care every step of the way.

What You’ll Do

Advocate for Children & Families

• Welcome children and caregivers to BraveBe and create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment
• Build trusting relationships with youth and caregivers, helping meet immediate needs like safety, housing, and stability by identifying urgent needs and connecting them with resources such as housing, food, transportation, and trauma-informed mental health services

Guide Families Through the Process

• Educate caregivers about abuse dynamics and the multidisciplinary response process
• Keep families informed throughout investigations and prosecution proceedings
• Support children and caregivers through court preparation, Court School, and Victim Impact Statements

Build Trust & Promote Healing

• Conduct ongoing follow-up and safety monitoring with caregivers
• Foster trusting relationships that promote stability, resilience, and healing
• Provide information regarding victims’ rights and available community resources

Collaborate for Impact

• Partner closely with multidisciplinary team members to support best practices in child abuse response and treatment
• Participate in case reviews, internal staffing meetings, and collaborative advocacy efforts
• Maintain accurate and timely case documentation and outcome data with care and integrity

  What You Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, human services or related field (associate’s degree may be considered with extensive experience)
  • Experience working with children and families impacted by trauma preferred
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills with youth, families, and professionals
  • Ability to respond calmly and compassionately in emotional or crisis situations
  • A collaborative mindset and passion for mission-driven work
  • Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply

  Benefits That Support You

  We know this work requires both passion and support. Our benefits are designed with your well-being in mind:

  Health & Wellness

  • Medical insurance (80% employer-paid)
  • Dental insurance (80% employer-paid)
  • Mental health services covered at 100% (in-network, outpatient care)
  • Employer-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability
  • Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

  Time to Recharge

  • 14 paid holidays annually
  • Generous paid time off, including vacation and health leave
  • Paid parental leave to support your family

  Financial Security

  • SIMPLE IRA with up to 3% employer match after one-year of fulltime employment

  Role Details

  • Full-time, exempt position (40 hours/week)
  • Salary starting at $37,000, depending on experience, education, and bilingual status
  • Occasional evening/weekend hours and rotational on-call responsibilities required
  • Occasional travel throughout Southeast Nebraska required on a rotational basis
  • Reports to Advocacy Program Manager

  Growth & Development

  We believe in investing in you:

  • Comprehensive onboarding and continued professional development and specialized training opportunities
  • Opportunities to attend local, regional and national conferences
  • Continued learning in trauma-informed care and child advocacy

  Our Commitment

  BraveBe is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and welcoming workplace where every individual feels valued and respected. We are proud to have been named one of Lincoln’s Best Places to Work in both 2024 and 2025; an honor that reflects our deep commitment to fostering a culture of support, belonging, and care for every member of our team.

  If you are passionate about supporting children and families, building hope during difficult moments, and being part of a collaborative team that truly lives its mission every day, you’ll find purpose and belonging at BraveBe.