At The Net we don’t just care for clients, we walk in restorative relationships. Beyond providing support, our job is to ascribe value and worth to every person we serve in order to see them walk in freedom and joy.

 I. POSITION

Role: Staff Advocate

Hours: 40 Hours

  • Location: Fort Worth, TX (This is an in person position.)

JOB DESCRIPTION 

Vision of Role

The Purchased Staff Advocate Role will support The Net’s strategy to provide trauma-informed survivor care to survivors of trafficking. Through regular in-person meetings, goal setting, and connecting with our network of resources, this experienced case manager will care for The Net’s clients and provide the opportunities for healing and freedom from exploitation. This individual will act as an advocate for their client’s wellbeing, walking alongside survivors and their families to make sure they receive the right care for their situation. 

The ideal candidate has experience in trauma-informed care, case management, and working with women with a history of addiction, mental health challenges, and/or re-entry. 

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

  • Support direct client services under the leadership of the The Net’s Clinical Program Director

    • Case Manage Clients: Provide trust-based relational advocacy, emotional support and case management services to sex trafficking survivors 

      • Meet with each client on your caseload of at least 15 clients

        • Every week for 45 - 60 minutes- depending on their Empowerment Path Step.

        • Provides care on-site, as well as throughout the Fort Worth city limits. 

        • Check in on the wellbeing of clients. Go over goals and review progress. Problem solve barriers that keep clients from reaching their goals. Connect and refer survivors with trauma-informed services such as: residential, drug, alcohol, mental health treatment, counseling and therapy services, support groups, 12-step programs, family counseling, transitional housing, job skills training, medical services, etc.

        • Track Incentives/benchmarks

      • Address and respond to various client crises, providing input regarding the development and implementation of an intervention plan.

      • Collaborate with survivors to plan and implement individualized services that promote client's strengths, safety, well-being, while helping them achieve their self-determined goals.

      • Collaborate closely with the Program Staff to connect clients with community mentors and services, working with a team to help identify the best practices for individual clients

      • Meet weekly with with Clinical Director to staff updates on treatment plans, goals, etc. of survivors

      • Assist with assessments and intakes on site at OSP or in the surrounding area.

  • Collaboration

    • Share any relevant participant information prior to RISE pre-docket bi-weekly to Clinical Director

    • Coordinate with Clinical Director about services needed from Community Partners

      • i.e. Angel Tree, Eye Exams, Dwell with Dignity, Smile Dentistry, DiaperBank

  • Enrichment Classes & Groups

    • Lead/attend Enrichment classes deemed appropriate by Clinical Director

    • Help create and research trauma-informed curriculum for Enrichment classes

    • Coordinate hosting things like birthday parties, GED/diploma graduation parties, milestone celebrations as needed 

  • Additional Job Requirements 

    • Document all relevant data onto documentation platform (Apricot)

    • Attend all monthly Net social events 

    • Attend trainings and continuing education hours as deemed necessary by Clinical Director 

    • Attend all-staff and Purchased department meetings

    • Attend all staff events 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE 

  • Bachelor’s degree required 

  • Background in social services (social work, counseling, etc.) strongly preferred

  • 2-3 years prior experience with vulnerable populations strongly preferred

  • General knowledge of domestic sex trafficking strongly preferred

CRitical Qualities

  • Adhere to The Net’s Mission & Core Values 

  • Mature Christian faith 

  • Professional

  • Humble and resilient

  • Pursues excellence

  • Culturally aware and appreciative of differences

  • Strong work ethic

  • Innovative problem solver

  • Ability to build trust and strong partnerships with others

  • Courageous in pursuing opportunities and challenges

  • Tenacious in achieving goals

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Ability to have a flexible schedule; often working nights and weekends

  • Ability to work in fast-paced, intense, high-pressure environment

  • Excellent attention to detail to properly accomplish tasks without direct supervision

  • Demonstrated ability to communicate (emails, texts, phone calls) clearly, timely and consistently with many different partners

  • Ability to work independently and to be a self-starter

  • Unrelenting commitment to self-care and personal respite

  • Strong desire to learn new skills 

  • Demonstrated competence in cultural humility

  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams

  • Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, valid car insurance, willing to utilize personal vehicle (mileage reimbursement for job-related duties)

  • Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office, Google Documents, etc.

COMPENSATION

  • Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

BENEFITS 

Benefits To This Position

  • Medical, life, and longterm disability benefits for full time employees

  • Trainings, conferences, and professional development opportunities provided by The Net

  • Eligible for 12 weeks of maternity leave

  • Paid Sick Leave

  • Generous PTO

    • All national holidays are off days

  • Counseling benefits

NEXT STEPS

  • Please review the job description to ensure you qualify for the role, and if not, please explain further in your cover letter

  • Please send a cover letter and resume to georgie@thenetfw.com and cc serve@thenetfw.com. Subject line must include: “Staff Advocate”. Please do not include letters of recommendation at this time.

  • Please also take the Culture Index test.