Advocate, Engagement and Initiation Phase

Job overview

The Advocate, Engagement and Initiation Phase role is onsite in Rogers, AR; the schedule is Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Compensation is not specified. The Children’s Advocacy Center of Benton County supports women, children, and families affected by trauma through a safe, trauma-informed environment. The advocate serves as an initial point of connection for families entering services, helping them understand the process, identify immediate needs, and connect with appropriate resources. The role coordinates with a multidisciplinary team to support families before, during, and after forensic interviews.

What you'll do

• Provide trauma-informed advocacy, emotional support, crisis intervention, and needs assessment
• build relationships with non-offending caregivers
• explain services and next steps
• prepare families for forensic interviews and provide support before, during, and after
• connect families with programs and community resources
• coordinate with medical providers, counselors, law enforcement, prosecutors, child welfare, and other partners
• maintain timely, accurate, confidential records
• follow up with families
• participate in assigned on-call rotations and respond to new referrals.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

advocate

engagement and initiation phase

rogers ar

children’s advocacy center of benton county

trauma-informed care

family advocacy

forensic interview support

crisis intervention

resource coordination

multidisciplinary team

monday–friday

7 a.m.–4 p.m.

on-call rotation

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and professional growth through training, mentorship, and continuing education.

Why this role

Monday–Friday, 7 a.m.–4 p.m.; assigned on-call rotations; Spanish fluency is a plus. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, training, mentorship, and continuing education.

About the employer

Children's Advocacy Center of Benton County is hiring for this role. Industry: Child and Youth Services. Sector: 62.