Victim Advocate for Human Trafficking Survivors

Description

Who We Are 

At Camillus House, we are driven by our mission to serve individuals and families experiencing homelessness and poverty in South Florida. Guided by the teachings of St. John of God, we provide comprehensive services that include housing, healthcare, behavioral health, and supportive services. Our core values Hospitality, Respect, Quality, Spirituality, and Responsibility shape how we serve our clients, support one another, and uphold the dignity and worth of every person. 

Who You Are 

You are a compassionate and mission driven advocate with a strong commitment to supporting survivors of human trafficking through trauma informed client centered care. You are skilled at building trust, navigating complex housing and social service systems, and empowering individuals to achieve safety, stability, and independence. You bring empathy, professionalism, and cultural sensitivity to your work and are able to balance advocacy, crisis response, and case management in a fast-paced environment. You are deeply aligned with Camillus House values and motivated by service to others. 

What You Will Do 

As the Victim Advocate for Human Trafficking Survivors, you will provide comprehensive wraparound support to survivors as they transition from emergency shelter into stable housing. Reporting to the Director of Behavioral Health, you will play a critical role in helping clients achieve long-term housing stability, safety, and self-sufficiency through a rapid rehousing model.  

Your responsibilities include: 

• Case Management and Service Planning: Deliver individualized, survivor centered case management based on each client’s unique needs. Develop, implement, and monitor service plans focused on housing stability, employment readiness, financial literacy, healthcare access, and overall well-being. Coordinate referrals and maintain ongoing communication with internal and community service providers. 
• Client Advocacy and Support: Provide trauma informed advocacy and emotional support to survivors accessing emergency and transitional housing services. Establish trusting relationships that foster empowerment, self-advocacy, autonomy, and long term independence. 
• Crisis Intervention and Safety Planning: Respond effectively to crises by providing immediate emotional support and practical interventions. Develop, reassess, and update personalized safety plans to address ongoing risks and promote survivor safety throughout the housing transition process. 
• Follow Up and Ongoing Engagement: Maintain consistent contact with survivors after housing placement through home visits, check ins, and progress evaluations. Identify emerging needs early and provide timely support to promote housing retention and stability. 
• Housing Stability and Rapid Rehousing: Assist survivors with locating, securing, and maintaining safe and stable housing. Support clients through housing applications, lease processes, landlord engagement, and move in coordination. Monitor housing progress and rental assistance as survivors work toward financial independence. 
• Legal and Systems Advocacy: Support survivors in accessing legal resources related to immigration, family law, employment rights, and criminal record expungement. Provide advocacy, referrals, and accompaniment while respecting survivor choice and confidentiality. 
• Mission and Values Integration: Demonstrate Camillus House values by welcoming all individuals with hospitality, treating every person with dignity and respect, supporting holistic well being of mind, body, and spirit, delivering high quality services, and acting responsibly as a steward of resources and relationships. 
• Other Duties 

What You Will Bring 

• Education and Credentials: Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, housing studies, or a related field required. Master’s degree preferred. Certifications or specialized training in trauma informed care, housing advocacy, or services for survivors of human trafficking are strongly preferred. 
• Experience: Minimum of two to three years of professional experience in victim advocacy, housing services, or a related social services field. Experience supporting survivors of human trafficking, domestic violence, or homelessness preferred. Prior experience working within rapid rehousing or transitional housing programs is highly desirable. 
• Ability to Work Independently and Collaboratively: Demonstrated ability to work autonomously while also collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams and across community partners. 
• Crisis Management and Problem Solving: Strong crisis intervention, decision making, and problem-solving skills with the ability to remain calm, effective, and client focused in high pressure situations. 
• Cultural Competence: Ability to work respectfully and effectively with individuals from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and linguistic backgrounds. 
• Housing Systems Knowledge: Working knowledge of rapid rehousing models, housing systems, and rental assistance programs, including the ability to engage landlords and navigate housing placement processes. 
• Language Proficiency: Proficiency in spoken and written English required. Spanish preferred. Additional languages, including Creole, are a plus. 
• Organizational and Documentation Skills: Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail, particularly in maintaining accurate and confidential client records. 
• Professionalism and Emotional Resilience: High level of professionalism, emotional intelligence, adaptability, and resilience when working with vulnerable populations and complex situations. 
• Trauma Informed Practice: Strong understanding of trauma informed, survivor centered approaches that promote empowerment, safety, and long-term stability. 
• Verbal and Written Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to advocate effectively, document clearly, and engage with clients and partners professionally. 
• Work Environment and Schedule: This is a non-remote, full-time position, typically scheduled Monday through Friday, with flexibility required for evenings, weekends, holidays, or on call responsibilities as program needs dictate. The role involves standing, walking, and use of hands, with occasional lifting of up to twenty-five pounds. The work environment noise level ranges from low to moderate. 

Requirements

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Medical Plans (PPO & HMO options)

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• GAP Insurance (fully paid by employer)

• Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Coverage

• Employer-paid Long-Term Disability Coverage

• Employer-paid Life Insurance

• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance

• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

• Long-Term Care Insurance

• Proactive Health Management Plan (PHMP) Wellness Program

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential support for personal and work-life issues

• Pet Insurance (Nationwide)

• Paid Vacation Time

• Paid Sick Time

• Paid Federal Holidays

• Paid Floating Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer

Camillus House is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, valuing diversity, and fostering a culture of equity.