New Paths Advocate

Pathfinders; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Union eligible

Job summary

Pathfinders in Milwaukee seeks a dedicated advocate to support youth survivors of violence through advocacy and accompaniment, including forensic exam support and interactions with law enforcement and prosecutors. The role helps clients explore options, learn rights, access resources, and build safety plans.

The position supervises 1–2 volunteers and focuses on trauma-informed care while coordinating with community partners and Pathfinders services to improve outcomes.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or human services or life experience with youth.
• Two years’ experience working with youth.
• Must have a valid Wisconsin driver’s license and proof of automobile liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Meet in-person or by phone with youth who have experienced violence and provide advocacy/accompaniment services.
• Provide accompaniment, crisis intervention, and advocacy services, including service coordination as necessary.
• Help youth access community resources and connect with Pathfinders services.
• Listen, validate, and assess youth to help develop personal safety plans.
• Educate youth on their rights and accompany them to family court or legal proceedings as needed.
• Facilitate outreach, support, and prevention groups in Pathfinders and the community.
• Compile records and prepare reports and correspondence with youth and other providers.
• Develop and submit reports for program evaluation and statistical compilation.

Skills

Advocacy

Crisis Intervention

Case Management

Service Coordination

Rights Education

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or human services

Job description

Job Purpose and Reporting Structure:

Under the supervision of the Lead Advocate, this position provides support to youth survivors of sexual violence and trafficking through advocacy and accompaniment (forensic exam, interviews with Milwaukee Police Department, District Attorney's office, etc.) and offers support to them through the long term effects of trauma. Responsible for helping clients explore their options, know their rights, access needed community resources, and develop safety plans.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Meet in-person or by telephone with youth who have experienced violence and provide advocacy/accompaniment services.
• Provide accompaniment, crisis intervention, and advocacy services, including service coordination as necessary.
• Support youth to access available community resources and support connection to the community organization or to the appropriate Pathfinders services.
• Listen, validate, and assess youth who have experienced violence and help them develop personal safety plans
• Educate youth on their rights and accompany clients to family court or legal proceedings as requested.
• Facilitate regular outreach, support, and prevention groups at Pathfinders and in the community.
• Compile records and prepare reports, including case files and correspondence with youth and other providers involved.
• Develop, maintain, and submit necessary reports for program evaluation and statistical compilation.
• Develop strong collaborative relationships within Pathfinders and the outside community.
• Develop knowledge about community services, agencies, and other individuals to support the client
• Other duties may be assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise 1-2 volunteers (including AmeriCorps and Interns) as needed by the program. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies, procedures, and all applicable laws.

Qualification Requirements:

• Requires education generally equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or human services, and/or life experiences and two years’ experience working with youth.
• Must possess working knowledge regarding the issues surrounding and impact of sexual violence, domestic violence and sex trafficking on survivors.
• Must have a valid Wisconsin driver's license and proof of sufficient automobile insurance coverage

Additional Information

Salary range starts at $40,000 annually. Pathfinders offers medical, dental, vision and insurance, and the opportunity to join a caring and committed team of professionals.. This position is union eligible.