Outreach Advocate (Bilingual preferred)

Broward County, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Full time

Job summary

Broward County, Inc. is seeking an Outreach Advocate responsible for providing case management and advocacy services to participants of Women In Distress programs. This role involves individual counseling, running support groups, and coordinating resources for participants. A Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field is preferred, along with a valid Florida driver's license.

The position requires working 40 hours a week, with a schedule that varies according to agency needs. Compensation is $19 per hour and training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Service field with personal or work experience in domestic violence preferred.
• Valid Florida driver's license, safe driving record, proof of automobile liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management including registration and follow-up appointments.
• Conduct individual counseling and support groups.
• Create and review safety plans with participants.

Skills

Bachelor's Degree in Social Service field

Experience in domestic violence

Valid Florida driver's license

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Location: Women In Distress’ Family Center and Satellite locations throughout Broward County as needed.

Compensation: $19 per hour

Reports To: Therapy and Advocacy Manager

Posted: 05/19/2026

Position Summary

The Outreach Advocate is responsible to provide case management, including completing registration with Women In Distress participants, provide follow‑up appointments as necessary, provide individual counseling, conduct support groups, create and consistently review safety plans with participants, and offer community resources to participants as needed. The Outreach Advocate will provide advocacy services to all WID participants, including residential, outreach and/or WID satellite locations. In addition, the Outreach Advocate ensures that all services provided are empowerment based and are consistent with the Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence (FCADV) standards.

Days/Hours

40 hrs/week; Monday, 12N–9p; Tuesday–Friday, 9a-6p; days and hours may vary as agency needs change.

Qualifications/Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Service field with personal or work experience in domestic violence preferred; High School diploma or equivalent with experience may substitute for formal education.
• Valid Florida driver’s license, safe driving record, proof of automobile liability insurance.

Essential Job Functions

• The employee holding this position must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
• This job description is intended to describe the nature and level of work performed in the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required and management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.

Additional Notes

• Employee will be required to take the Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence (FCADV) Core Competency training and obtain a passing grade of 75% or higher.

Send letter of interest & updated resume to [e-mail].

Women In Distress does not discriminate by reason of race, sex, color, age, national origin, religion, mental or physical ability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or military reserve status, immigration status, or language spoken. All room assignments, activities, programs, etc. are provided in a non‑discriminatory manner. Applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations are encouraged to contact Human Resources five days prior to scheduled interview, so that reasonable accommodations may be coordinated.

Contact: P.O. Box 50187, Lighthouse Point, FL 33074
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Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
24‑Hour Crisis Hotline: [phone] (TTY / TDD 711)