Day Shift Child Advocate

Location: Springfield, MO | Non-Exempt | Shift Work Required (including every other weekend)

About the Role

Isabel's House is seeking compassionate, trauma-informed, responsible individuals to join our team as Child Advocates. In this role, you'll provide daily care and supervision to children in crisis, helping create a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment during some of the most challenging moments in their lives.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, healthy, and non-judgmental environment for children and families
• Supervise and engage children in age-appropriate, therapeutic, and educational activities
• Support children with homework, play, and daily routines
• Implement developmentally appropriate practices and therapeutic curriculum
• Follow agency policies, licensing regulations, and approved behavior guidance techniques
• Maintain required child-to-staff ratios at all times
• Accurately complete documentation and daily logs
• Assist with household responsibilities, including cleaning, laundry, and organization
• Communicate safety concerns or policy issues immediately to supervisors
• Work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, and community partners

Requirements

• At least 21 years of age
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to pass all required pre-employment screenings (background checks, drug test, TB screening, references)
• Valid Missouri driver's license, acceptable driving record, and proof of insurance
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of experience working with children in a childcare or residential setting
• Strong communication, judgment, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to remain calm, flexible, and professional in a fast-paced environment

Skills

• Compassionate and mature approach to working with children and families
• Team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills
• Ability to multitask and adapt under pressure
• Creativity, initiative, and a commitment to child development
• Respect for confidentiality at all times
• Practice proactive, not reactive responses

Schedule

• Set schedule determined by employee prior to start date
• Required to work every other weekend to ensure staffing for 24/7 care
• Shift: 5:45 AM - 2:15 PM
• Occasional coverage of other shifts as needed
• Daily contact with children in a residential care setting

Benefits

At Isabel's House, we believe every child deserves safety, care, and dignity—especially during times of crisis. Joining our team means becoming part of a compassionate organization dedicated to strengthening families and protecting children in our community.

Background check required.