Direct Care Advocate

Direct Care Advocate
Location: Tyler, TX | On-Site Position
Monday-Friday Full Time Role
(Evening/Weekend Shift Work) as needed.

Reports To: Stabilization Manager & Case Manager

Our Mission: Selah Life Choices exists to serve women who have been sex trafficked by offering a safe space for healing to begin while compassionately reflecting Jesus to all we encounter.

Our Vision: Our vision is that each woman we serve will find hope, support, and the tools needed to continue on a path toward wholeness, healing, and freedom. We desire to see every resident move into a long-term program to continue the work that began at Selah, knowing that success looks different for each unique person.

Job Summary: The Direct Care Advocate plays a key role in the day-to-day care, support, and supervision of women in Selah’s stabilization program. This role supports residents with compassion, consistency, and structure as they begin their journey toward healing. Working within a Christ-centered and trauma-informed environment, the advocate ensures that each woman is treated with dignity and that the home atmosphere remains peaceful, safe, and nurturing.

Core Responsibilities:

• Supervise and engage residents during assigned shifts, modeling healthy relationships and boundaries.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and welcoming home environment.
• Support residents with transportation, appointments, meals, and daily routines
• Document shift notes, incidents, and observations in accordance with program procedures
• De-escalate emotional situations and respond to crises calmly using trauma-informed techniques.
• Enforce house guidelines with consistency and grace.
• Provide spiritual encouragement and model Christ-like character in all interactions.
• Communicate effectively with team members and report any concerns or observations.
• Assist with household upkeep and maintaining a clean, organized environment.

Ideal Candidate Attributes:

• Warm, calm, and grounded in emotionally intense situations
• Comfortable enforcing structure while remaining compassionate and kind
• Active spiritual growth and aligned with the mission of a Christian ministry
• Able to follow protocols and take initiative when necessary
• Enjoys working directly with vulnerable populations and being part of a collaborative team
• Resilient and emotionally stable with strong personal boundaries

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (some college or experience in social services, caregiving, or ministry preferred)
• Previous experience working with women in crisis, trauma-informed environments, or residential settings is a plus.
• Comfortable working in a Christian ministry environment and sharing faith appropriately
• Must have a healthy approach to boundaries and support of residents
• Must pass background check and drug screening
• Valid driver’s license preferred

Schedule Details:

• Full-Time Role: Weekday daytime shifts, includes some flexibility and on-call rotation

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person