Anti-Human Trafficking Victim Advocate

The Salvation Army • Philadelphia, PA

21h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Salvation Army is hiring an Anti-Human Trafficking Victim Advocate for its Philadelphia Social Service Ministries, specifically within the New Day Drop In Center. This full-time position is part of the Police-Assisted Diversion (PAD) program, a collaboration between police, social service providers, and local government, offering social services as an alternative to the traditional legal system. The advocate will provide immediate contact, screening, assessment, and trauma-informed clinical case management to individuals arrested for prostitution and those seeking services at the New Day Drop-in Center. This role involves close collaboration with partner agencies to ensure follow-up and coordination of aftercare services.

Requirements

• BSW or related degree required; MSW preferred.
• Two years of experience working in human trafficking victim services or a related field (e.g., domestic violence, sexual assault, immigrant rights, workers’ rights) in a direct service provision role.
• Experience with trauma-informed care, preferably with knowledge of the Sanctuary Model for Trauma Informed services.
• Understanding of the issue of domestic human trafficking.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to travel long distances to meet with clients and community partners.
• Professional-level communication skills.
• Must provide proof of having completed training on recognizing and reporting child abuse meeting PA Act 153 of 2014 standards within 30 days of employment, with recurrent training every five years.
• Must possess an appreciation for and support of the mission of The Salvation Army.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial screening and intake of individuals referred to New Day’s PAD program, social referrals, and walk-ins.
• Participate in managing a 24/7 hotline for response to victims of human trafficking and coordinate services.
• Provide trauma-informed care and a victim-centered approach in all operations.
• Offer mobile case management in the community, accompanying clients to necessary appointments.
• Develop individualized, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive service plans for client self-sufficiency and coordinate aftercare services.
• Assist clients by linking them to area resources for employment, education, training, detoxification, mental health, physical health, legal, family, and financial needs.
• Build rapport and relationships with local Law Enforcement to ensure ongoing communication and victim-centered policies.
• Maintain up-to-date case notes, ensure client confidentiality, and conduct ongoing data collection and entry into the Community Services database.
• Manage a direct service caseload of 15-20 clients at any given point.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off (holidays, personal days, vacation, sick time).
• Employer-funded Pension Plan (contributions begin after 1 year).
• Comprehensive health care coverage with low cost employee premiums, co-pays, and deductibles.
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans (Short Term Disability, AFLAC, Voluntary Term Life).
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Eligibility for the Federal Government’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree