Survivor Advocate at AACI
Organization Name: AACI
Organization Location: San Jose, CA
Organization Website: https://aaci.org
Job Title: Community Support Advocate
Job Description: AACI is one of the largest community-based organizations advocating for and serving the marginalized and vulnerable ethnic communities in Santa Clara County. Our mission is to strengthen the hope and resilience of our community members by improving their health, mental health, and well-being.
We are looking for a Survivor Advocate who is highly motivated, independent, and passionate about our mission.
The Survivor Advocate will provide culturally competent and client-defined advocacy to shelter residents and non-residential survivors of human trafficking, with a focus on residential support and screening through the 24-hour crisis line. Performs community education to reach out to potential clients and raise awareness of trafficking issues. Attends collaborative meetings and builds relationships with community partners. Collects data and compiles reports for funders.
Qualities we’re looking for:
BA/BS in social work, behavioral sciences, other related fields or equivalent experience.
One year of professional experience in the human trafficking field, and one year of experience in a professional office environment, preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication skills. Practices non-violent communication.
Fluent and able to provide all services in Mandarin Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, or another API language preferred
Must be willing to complete 40 hours of state-mandated domestic violence training
Must have access to and be willing to use a private vehicle with up-to-date insurance and a valid driver’s license.
Employee Benefits:
11 Paid Holidays and your Birthday off!
Paid Vacation and Sick time
Comprehensive benefits plan with four Health Plan Options
403(b) Retirement Plan with match
Professional development opportunities
Eligibility for student loan repayment assistance
Job Type: Full-time
Remote Work Available?: Hybrid. Onsite once it becomes safe.
Desired Start Date: Feb 2021
