Family Advocate en Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri

Location: Ellington, MO

Department/Program: Residential Services

Primary Shift:  M-F, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Job Classification: Full-Time

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Salary: $16.50 - $17.50/hour

Travel Required (Y/N, %):  Y, 40%

Why you’ll love this position:

If you’re driven by compassion and want to make a real impact in the lives of survivors of domestic violence, our Family Advocate position offers a deeply rewarding opportunity. In this role, you’ll provide trauma-informed support, connect clients with vital resources, and walk alongside them as they build safer, more stable futures. You’ll collaborate with a wide network of professionals—from shelters to legal agencies—ensuring each client receives comprehensive, empowering care. No two days are the same, and your ability to listen, advocate, and lead with empathy will be truly valued. Join our dedicated team and be a crucial part of breaking the cycle of violence and fostering hope.

What You’ll Do:

• Conduct intake assessments to determine clients' needs, risk level, and eligibility for services.
• Develop individualized service plans, including safety planning and goal setting, in collaboration with each client.
• Provide ongoing emotional support, crisis intervention, and trauma-informed case management services.
• Assist clients in accessing community resources such as housing, counseling, legal aid, childcare, employment,
• healthcare, and financial assistance.
• Advocate for clients with service providers, law enforcement, courts, and other agencies as needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely case notes, service documentation, and data reporting in accordance with agency and funder requirements.
• Participate in case conferences, staff meetings, supervision, and trainings.
• Organize and manage shelter supplies, donations, cleanliness, and inventory to ensure facility readiness.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Catholic Social Teachings 

Possesses a strong commitment to the mission of Catholic Charities, including the understanding of Catholic Social Teaching and the ability to demonstrate the philosophy and values of the agency. The identity of the agency is clearly Catholic, and as such, Catholic Charities adheres to the social and moral teachings of the Catholic Church. 

All you need for success:

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in social work, human services, or a related field. 
• This position requires a valid driver’s license, a reliable vehicle, and proof of insurance.

Preferred:

• Experience working with individuals with domestic violence as a case manager. 
• Knowledge of social services. 

If you have questions about this position, please contact:

Human Resources, [email protected], or 417-368-0914

http://www.ccsomo.org/careers

Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.