Intern- Advocate

About the role

The Survivor Advocacy Intern works alongside Advocates to support crisis response, case management, and survivor-centered services for individuals impacted by human trafficking.

Responsibilities

• Direct Support (Under Supervision):
  • Assist advocates during crisis response calls (shadowing initially)
  • Help meet immediate survivor needs: clothing, food, resources
  • Participate in CSE-IT vulnerability assessments (training provided)
  • Aid in ongoing advocacy, emotional support, and case management
  • Coordinate referrals and develop service plans
  • Maintain communication with clients under advocate direction
  • Document supervised interactions within 24–72 hours
• Administrative & Program Support:
  • Organize and restock the client clothing closet
  • Support the Dignity Program: outreach to businesses, resource development
  • Gather resource information for advocates and survivors
  • Attend MDT meetings, case staffing’s, and selected trainings
  • Participate in weekly staff meetings and the Advocacy Resiliency Group
• Critical Action Items & Measurable Deliverables

Requirements

• Pass all required background checks and screenings
• Participate in all program trainings
• Demonstrate strong communication, emotional regulation, organization, and leadership potential
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• English (United States)