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Published 11/24/25 1:52PM

Family Advocate (Domestic Violence Navigation)

Sisterhood Sanctuary Domestic Violence resource center
Hybrid, Volunteer must be in or near Markham, IL
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    Hours: 4–6 hrs/week Commitment: 6–12 months
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    3
    Cause Areas:
    Children & Youth, Housing & Homelessness, Human Rights & Civil Liberties, Women
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    25+

    Description

    Reports to: Executive Director

    Hours: 4–6 hrs/week

    Commitment: 6–12 months

    Role Summary

    Provides support to families navigating domestic violence, helping them access resources, build safety plans, and stabilize in housing, school, and community settings.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Support parents with school coordination, safety needs, and referrals
    • Assist with emergency resources (food, clothing, transportation)
    • Provide trauma-informed family support during transitions
    • Help connect families to community programs
    • Maintain strict confidentiality and ethical boundaries

    Qualifications

    • Experience in family services, DV work, or child/family advocacy
    • Strong communication and boundary-setting skills
    • Trauma-informed training preferred (or willingness to train)

    Location

    Hybrid
    Volunteer must be in or near Markham, IL
    Associated Location

    Southland Suburbs

    Markham, IL, USA

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