Survivor Advocate (Part-TIme)

Reclaim13 is a faith-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting survivors of sexual exploitation and trafficking. Our services include two residential programs for survivors aged 10-25, a comprehensive Mentor Program, a 24-hour crisis hotline, a program for survivor moms, and our newly launched therapy clinic, Compassionate Professional Counseling. Survivor Advocates have the opportunity to help survivors move toward growth, healing, and an independent future free from exploitation.

Educational Requirements:

High school diploma or GED equivalent, at minimum

Additional Requirements:

Successful completion of all requirements by the Department of Child and Family Services, including background screening and eligibility to transport children. All DCFS paperwork and driver eligibility requirements (valid IL driver's license) must be kept current and updated during all times of employment to serve in this role.

Job Responsibilities:

Provide input to the care team about individualized goals for each program participant Assist in the development and implementation of individual treatment goals for program participants Maintain notes in the daily log book regarding daily interactions and interventions of each program participant Facilitate growth of program participants through scheduled daily activities, including bedtimes if responsible for overnight shifts Take program participants to appointments and accompany them on outings Apply the use of CPI and trauma informed therapy techniques with program participants Attend scheduled staff meetings/trainings Comply with all security protocols Our homes provide around-the-clock support for survivors of sex trafficking. To best serve our clients in their healing and growth, staff must be available for at least one weekend shift. Cherish House shifts are typically 7am-3pm, 3pm-11pm, and 11pm-7am. The current PT opening we are hiring for is M/Fri/Sat from 11pm-7am Please note: Benefits are only available to full-time employees after a waiting period.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person