Economic Empowerment Advocate

YWCA Greater Lafayette • Lafayette, IN

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About The Position

At YWCA Greater Lafayette, we don’t just talk about empowerment, we help people rebuild their lives. This role sits at the intersection of advocacy, employment, and real-world stability. You’ll work directly with survivors to help them move forward through economic independence, job readiness, and access to opportunity.

If you’re someone who can meet people where they are, build trust, and help them take the next step, keep reading.

This is a hands-on, people-focused role. You’ll work one-on-one and in small groups to help survivors build stability and move toward employment and long-term independence.

This role is about progress, not perfection. Some days are structured, some are not. You need to be comfortable adjusting and staying focused on the outcome.

Economic stability is one of the biggest factors in whether someone can safely move forward after experiencing violence. This role directly impacts that path.

You’re not just helping someone find a job.
You’re helping them build a future.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in social work, human services, criminal justice, education, or related field required
• Experience working with survivors, victims of violence, or vulnerable populations strongly preferred
• Understanding of trauma-informed care and victim advocacy principles
• Interest or experience in workforce development, employment readiness, or career coaching
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and keep things moving
• Ability to communicate clearly and build trust with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn systems and databases

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

• Support survivors with employment readiness, job search, and career planning
• Facilitate or co-facilitate groups and workshops focused on financial stability, workplace readiness, and healthy independence
• Collaborate with internal teams (advocates, case managers, housing, legal) to align services and goals
• Build and maintain relationships with local employers, training programs, and community partners
• Help connect survivors to job opportunities, training, and resources that support long-term stability
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation for services, case notes, and grant reporting
• Participate in team meetings, training, and ongoing development in trauma-informed care and victim services
• Support program needs, including workwear or resource coordination and other related duties

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees