Advocate-Phone

The National Domestic Violence Hotline•Austin, TX

1d•$21•Remote

About The Position

Since 1996, The National Domestic Violence Hotline has answered the call to support and shift power back to those affected by relationship abuse. As the only national provider available 24/7/365 via call, chat, and text, we are committed to shining a light on domestic violence by advocating for survivors, offering hope in moments of crisis, and promoting healthy relationships for all. From our confidential crisis hotline to our unprecedented data on domestic violence and prevention programs like love is respect, The Hotline is active at every level, working toward a future where all relationships are positive, healthy, and free from violence. Our Mission We answer the call to support and shift power back to those affected by relationship abuse About the Role As an Advocate, you will be at the heart of our mission, responding to incoming calls from survivors, supporters, service providers, and the public. You’ll provide anonymous and confidential services, including: Offering compassionate emotional support to those in crisis. Sharing vital information and resources to empower callers. Exploring options to enhance safety and restore power to those affected by abuse. Connecting individuals with the tools and referrals they need to build lives free from violence. Why Join Us? Make a Meaningful Impact: Create real, lasting change in the lives of individuals and families across the United States every day. Mission-Driven Culture: Be part of a supportive, collaborative team committed to building a future where all relationships are healthy. Professional Growth & Training: Build valuable skills through training and hands-on experience in crisis intervention, advocacy, and trauma-informed care. Work-From-Home with Full Support: This is a work-from-home position for Austin, TX residents only. We provide the equipment you need to succeed, including a computer, monitor, and headset, while keeping you connected to your local team. Be Part of the Change: Your work at The National Domestic Violence Hotline supports individuals nationwide and contributes to the broader movement to end relationship abuse and create healthy, violence-free communities. Training Information The Hotline will provide 3 weeks of remote training via Zoom. Training is mandatory for this position. Attendance is required every day, and you must remain on camera throughout the sessions. Time off cannot be approved during the training period. Dates: Our training is from Monday, March 9 through Friday, March 27, 2026. Training will be in-person on the first day, Monday March 9. Schedule: Monday through Friday from 9:30 am – 6:00 pm (Central Time)

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
At least one year of continuous professional experience in customer service, social services, call center environments, or related roles.
Strong computer skills required, including proficiency with Microsoft Windows, Office 365, and Zoom Meetings.
Working knowledge of intimate partner violence and healthy relationships.
Demonstrated ability to respond with empathy and compassion to victims in crisis situations.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Team-oriented, respectful, and approachable to contribute toward building strong working relationships.
This position is based in Austin, TX and is performed from a home office.
Must have a dedicated, secure workspace that is free from distractions, with sufficient surface area to accommodate a monitor, laptop, keyboard, and mouse for proper equipment setup and maintenance.
The workspace should ensure minimal to no background noise, maintaining a professional and confidential environment., separate from home-life responsibilities, such as childcare, roommate interactions, pet care, etc.
Must maintain a stable internet connection with at least 10 MBPS download and 2 MBPS upload speeds.
Must maintain standards of confidentiality related to agency information.
Prolonged sitting or standing using keyboard, phone, and computer

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Responsibilities

Provide advocacy services on The Hotline’s Crisis Intervention Model, including safety assessment, education, and referrals to contacts as appropriate.
Utilize critical thinking and strategic questioning skills to assess and appropriately respond to contacts.
Consistently and accurately collect and record required caller information into the database system.
Actively maintain a basic understanding of the dynamics of intimate partner violence and healthy relationships.
Respond with compassion and awareness to people of various backgrounds.
Communicate with integrity with all members of The Hotline staff and contacts.
Utilize resilience strategies to deal with stressful situations, and to navigate contact crisis situations.
Comply with The Hotline’s confidentiality policy and respect the confidentiality of all.
Attend required meetings and training, including, but not limited to, team meetings and all staff meetings.
Adhere to the assigned schedule, which requires availability during inclement weather and assigned holidays to ensure 24/7 hotline coverage.
Be accountable and dependable, as it pertains to at-home work responsibilities, and in-person activities as needed.

Benefits

The Hotline’s full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their health, financial security, and overall well-being. Benefits include:
Health & Insurance Benefits
100% employer-paid medical plan option
Dental and vision insurance plans
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care
Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
Employer-paid life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance ($50,000 coverage)
Aflac supplemental insurance plans
Retirement & Financial Planning
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Work-Life Balance and Additional Perks
10 days of paid vacation in your first year (increases with tenure)
14 floating holidays per year
Paid sick leave and paid parental leave
Modern Health, a mental health platform that provides confidential, on-demand support for your mental well-being through individual and group sessions, mediations and other wellness tools.
Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Nectar Rewards, a peer-to-peer employee recognition and rewards platform that helps teams celebrate wins, reinforce company values, and boost engagement.
Employee referral program
Discounted Gold’s Gym membership