Human Trafficking Advocate

Location: Hesperia, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time (may include evenings and weekends as needed)
Reports To: Director of Housing
Starting Pay: $20.00 per hour

Position Summary

Hope House is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Human Trafficking Advocate to provide direct support, advocacy, and case management services to survivors of human trafficking and labor trafficking. This position plays a critical role in helping survivors rebuild their lives through crisis intervention, resource coordination, and empowerment-focused services.

The Human Trafficking Advocate will work closely with community partners, law enforcement agencies, housing providers, and social service organizations to ensure survivors have access to essential resources and trauma-informed care. This position will also provide support to the Domestic Violence Shelter and assist with community outreach efforts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Direct Client Support

• Provide individualized case management and re-entry planning for survivors of human trafficking and labor trafficking.
• Conduct intake assessments to identify immediate and long-term client needs.
• Assist clients with obtaining identification documents, housing, employment, education, and healthcare services.
• Provide crisis intervention, emotional support, advocacy, and safety planning.
• Facilitate peer support groups and life skills workshops that promote empowerment and successful community reintegration.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Advocacy & Coordination

• Collaborate with law enforcement, probation officers, housing providers, and community service organizations to coordinate comprehensive care.
• Accompany clients to court hearings, medical appointments, interviews, and other supportive services as needed.
• Advocate for survivors' rights and access to trauma-informed and survivor-centered services.

Program Support

• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential case records and documentation.
• Track and report client outcomes in accordance with agency and grant requirements.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities related to trafficking awareness, trauma-informed care, and harm reduction.
• Support program evaluation, development, and community outreach initiatives.
• Assist with Domestic Violence Program services as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with survivors of human trafficking, domestic violence, sexual assault, homelessness, or re-entry populations preferred.
• Completion of a 40-Hour Human Trafficking Training required.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed, survivor-led, and culturally responsive care.
• Knowledge of community resources and service systems, including criminal justice, housing, healthcare, and social services.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, advocacy, and crisis intervention skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, professional boundaries, and ethical standards.
• Valid California driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with case management and community resource coordination.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.

Why Join Hope House?

At Hope House, we are committed to empowering survivors, strengthening communities, and creating lasting change. Join a team dedicated to providing compassionate support and advocacy to individuals on their journey toward healing and independence.

Survivors are strongly encouraged to apply.