Temporary Rapid Rehousing Advocate

Overview

Our Mission:
Cornerstone disrupts violence through advocacy, support, and prevention. We partner with individuals, families, and organizations to build communities free from harm.

Cornerstone is a $5.5 million organization that provides comprehensive services for individuals and families in the greater Twin Cities metropolitan area who are experiencing or have experienced domestic violence, sexual violence, human trafficking or general crime. Our offices are located in Bloomington and Minneapolis. Learn more nerstonemn.org.

We are committed to a nondiscriminatory approach and provide equal opportunity for employment and advancement in all of our departments, programs, and worksites.
BIPOC and LGBTQ+ community are strongly encouraged to apply.

Salary range: $19.00-$21.65/hour

Date of employment:
Employment is temporary until September 30th, 2026

Note:

This is a unionized position. A $500 sign-on bonus is offered ($250 paid after 90-day Introductory period and $250 after six months of employment).

The Community Economic and Empowerment Services (CEES) Rapid Rehousing Housing Advocate is responsible for providing wraparound support services to families enrolled in our scattered site housing program that have been impacted by domestic violence, human trafficking/exploitation, or sexual violence. The Rapid Rehousing Housing Advocate plays a critical role in helping survivors of domestic violence access and maintain safe, stable housing. This position provides trauma-informed, survivor-centered advocacy and support to clients residing in rapid rehousing programming.

In addition, the Rapid Rehousing Housing Advocate supports those residing in units owned and operated by Cornerstone and/or contracted partner agencies. The Rapid Rehousing Advocate works closely with community partners, landlords, and internal teams to help survivors overcome housing barriers and achieve long-term stability.

Services are provided in the participant’s home, office, community, and/or at partner sites. Some evenings and weekends may be required.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Essential responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide individualized, trauma-informed case management and advocacy services to survivors of domestic violence and their families.
• Assist clients in developing and working toward individualized housing stability plans.
• Support clients in navigating housing systems, including applications, lease signings, inspections, and move-ins.
• Advocate for clients with landlords and property management companies, ensuring fair treatment and addressing housing issues.
• Assist participants enrolling in other CAS supportive services such as and not limited to Economic Education, Individual Development Accounts, Clinical Services, and Childcare.
• Respond to crises as needed, de-escalating situations and ensuring safety and support for clients.
• Conduct regular home visits to assess safety and support needs.
• Help clients access supportive services such as employment training, financial literacy, healthcare, and mental health care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all services provided, including case notes, service plans, and data reporting.
• Monitor client progress and ensure compliance with program goals and grant requirements.
• Collaborate with the housing team to support effective delivery service and continuous improvement.
• Build and maintain relationships with community partners including housing authorities, landlords, and other social service providers.
• Assist with outreach and community education efforts around housing rights for domestic violence survivors.
• Collaborates with advocates in providing wraparound advocacy services for families participating in our other programming to provide comprehensive support for the entire family unit.
• Assures data entry is completed accurately in Apricot database and other tracking methods.
• Completes other duties as assigned by supervisor that support overall program objectives and…