Our Mission
Cornerstone disrupts violence through advocacy, support, and prevention. We partner with individuals, families, and organizations to build communities free from harm. Summary of Cornerstone
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 at www.cornerstonemn.org. Diversity and Inclusion
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. 500 sign on bonus ($250 paid after 90 day introductory period and $250 paid after six months of employment). Unionized Position
This is a unionized position. Job Summary
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. Essential Functions
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 services to victim/survivors. Preferred Experience & Skillsets
Minimum 2 years of experience working with survivors of domestic violence or in a housing advocacy role. Equivalent experience considered. Understanding of the dynamics of domestic violence, trauma, and intersectional barriers faced by survivors. Knowledge of housing programs, tenant rights, and public benefits systems. Strong advocacy, crisis intervention, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and maintain appropriate boundaries. Bilingual/multilingual a plus. Must pass background check and have reliable transportation for local travel. Knowledge and experience in working with diverse, marginalized and underrepresented communities, and anti‑oppression work. Accepting investigation with a bachelor's degree in social work, human services, or a related field is a plus. Physical Demands
Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is regularly required to talk or listen, use manual dexterity, and stand, walk, sit, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Cornerstone Benefits
Health care, paid time off, 13 paid holidays including employee birthday, retirement savings with up to 4% match after 1-year, free vision coverage, free virtual mental health coverage for all employees and their immediate family, free virtual medical care for employees and their immediate family, free long‑term disability, and paid parental leave after 1 year. EEO Statement
Cornerstone strives for a fully inclusive work environment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, veteran, disability, age, marital or familial, and/or with regard to public assistance or any other characteristic. We are an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer.
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Cornerstone disrupts violence through advocacy, support, and prevention. We partner with individuals, families, and organizations to build communities free from harm. Summary of Cornerstone
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 at www.cornerstonemn.org. Diversity and Inclusion
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. 500 sign on bonus ($250 paid after 90 day introductory period and $250 paid after six months of employment). Unionized Position
This is a unionized position. Job Summary
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. Essential Functions
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 services to victim/survivors. Preferred Experience & Skillsets
Minimum 2 years of experience working with survivors of domestic violence or in a housing advocacy role. Equivalent experience considered. Understanding of the dynamics of domestic violence, trauma, and intersectional barriers faced by survivors. Knowledge of housing programs, tenant rights, and public benefits systems. Strong advocacy, crisis intervention, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and maintain appropriate boundaries. Bilingual/multilingual a plus. Must pass background check and have reliable transportation for local travel. Knowledge and experience in working with diverse, marginalized and underrepresented communities, and anti‑oppression work. Accepting investigation with a bachelor's degree in social work, human services, or a related field is a plus. Physical Demands
Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is regularly required to talk or listen, use manual dexterity, and stand, walk, sit, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Cornerstone Benefits
Health care, paid time off, 13 paid holidays including employee birthday, retirement savings with up to 4% match after 1-year, free vision coverage, free virtual mental health coverage for all employees and their immediate family, free virtual medical care for employees and their immediate family, free long‑term disability, and paid parental leave after 1 year. EEO Statement
Cornerstone strives for a fully inclusive work environment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, veteran, disability, age, marital or familial, and/or with regard to public assistance or any other characteristic. We are an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer.
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