Children's Advocate - Aliso Viejo

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At Laura's House
, we offer purpose‑driven work supporting domestic violence survivors and families. Be part of a compassionate, mission‑driven team making a real difference in children's lives.

Location: Aliso Viejo, CA

Schedule: Monday – Thursday 2:00pm – 8:00pm

• Provide nurturing, trauma‑informed childcare during parent sessions.
• Collaborate with the treatment team to support each child’s emotional and developmental needs.
• Manage toy, game, and supply inventory.
• Maintain a clean, organized, developmentally appropriate play space.
• Support age‑appropriate activities and assist with conflict resolution as needed.
• Ensure children are fed and have clean diapers upon drop‑off; promptly notify parents or staff if diapering is needed.
• Monitor children’s physical and emotional well‑being and respond appropriately to concerns.
• Create a warm, welcoming environment—door decorations count!
• Be a key part of a team that values the whole child.

• Supervise volunteers as assigned and model positive, trauma‑informed interactions.
• Communicate concerns or notable observations to the Program Director and therapeutic staff.
• Retrieve parents from sessions when immediate child needs arise.

• Accurately document incidents, concerns, or behavioral observations.
• Fulfill all Mandated Reporter responsibilities, including notifying appropriate staff and agencies when required.

• Assist with administrative tasks such as scanning, filing, and other office support as needed.
• Participate in agency events, meetings, and training as a participant or presenter when requested.
• Complete additional duties as assigned to support program operations.

• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding clients, staff, and agency information, with legally mandated exceptions.
• Uphold appropriate professional boundaries with clients, children, and colleagues.
• Represent the agency in a positive, respectful, and professional manner at all times.

• Associate’s degree in Child Development or related field, or equivalent experience (preferred).
• Experience working with children in caregiving, educational, or supportive setting.
• Bilingual skills preferred but not required.
• CPR and First Aid certification required (or ability to obtain).

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and remain calm in emotionally sensitive situations.
• Crisis intervention and de‑escalation skills.
• Completion of 40‑Hour Domestic Violence Training as required by California law.

• Love working with kids and help them feel safe, seen, and supported.
• Are creative, patient, and great at resolving conflicts.
• Are dependable and reliable.
• Communicate clearly and effectively, especially with children.
• Can juggle multiple tasks without losing your smile.
• Are bilingual in Spanish (a big plus!).
• Can drive and have a reliable car.

• Valid driver’s license, insurance, reliable transportation.
• Fingerprint background check, drug screening & TB test.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and engage in active play with children.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk or hear, taste or smell.
• Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to handle noise and children’s play.

• Make a tangible difference every day.
• Collaborate with a diverse, passionate team.
• Enjoy a work culture built on respect, inclusion, and impact.
• Be part of an organization committed to your growth and training.

Laura's House is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all individuals – regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or background – to bring their full, authentic selves to our work.

Ready to apply? Join our Laura's House family and help us create safe, bright futures for children and families in need.