Residential Advocate | Manatee County

About the role

Selah Freedom is a faith-based organization dedicated to ending human trafficking through various programs. The Residential Advocate position is based in Manatee County, FL.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate assessments and treatment planning for survivors.
• Support access to legal, medical, housing, and counseling services.
• Provide consistent and compassionate transportation to appointments, work, and community resources.
• Document services in our secure database and attend all required meetings and trainings.
• Be available for flexible shifts, including weekends, overnights, and holidays.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Criminology, or a related behavioral science, or relevant work/lived experience.
• Experience in trauma-informed environments and/or working with sex trafficking survivors.
• Cross-cultural competence and ability to meet survivors where they are.
• Commitment to ongoing education in trauma, substance abuse, and survivor support.
• A clean driving record and willingness to travel locally.

Qualifications

Must be flexible and available for overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts on a weekly basis. Moderate travel and physical activity required. Work environment is generally quiet to moderate in noise level.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

Our organization provides comprehensive benefits including:

• Health insurance coverage.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Flexible schedule and remote work options.

Pay

$25-$30 per hour, commensurate with experience.