Family Services Advocate Level I or II

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Family Services Advocate Level I or II

We're pleased to announce an opportunity for the position of Family Services Advocate Level I or II
, within the Early Childhood Education department.

Status
:
Full-Time

Provides information, assistance and comprehensive case management services to individuals and families. Assesses needs, develops and monitors implementation of service plans, makes appropriate referrals and serves as a client advocate with other service providers. Service areas could include youth/family/parenting/elder services, employment/training, emergency/transitional housing, and health/nutrition. Requires knowledge of related community resources and the laws and regulations specific to the area of service.

Benefits Information

• Medical and Dental insurance options for employees and families
• Vision and Life insurance as well as other auxiliary insurance options
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to 6% matching contribution
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• 8 hours paid vacation per month during first year of employment
• 8 hours paid sick leave per month
• 12 paid holidays per year

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES (Essential Functions):

• Complete the initial interviews with the client and their family to assess the client's eligibility for services.
• Recruit, enroll and provide orientation to families to ensure full enrollment and active participation, while following all applicable state and federal laws and requirements.
• Gather relevant and useful data from the client, family, other agencies, and so on to formulate a needs assessment of the client and their family.
• Assemble and guide group discussions and decision-making sessions among relevant professionals and program representatives, the client and their family, and significant others to formulate goals and design an integrated plan.
• Provide support and guidance to the client and their family as they manage any challenges, crises and/or conflicts that may arise as they navigate their plan and provided services.

* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions (general responsibilities).

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of social service delivery principles and practices. Knowledge of community resources available.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local policies, procedures and regulations applicable to area of assignment.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate family needs, set goals and objectives with families and work with families to develop action plans in response to needs and interests.
• Basic word processing and data entry skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with enrolled families, staff, other agency personnel and the general public.
• Ability to motivate families to fully participate in the Early Childhood Education Program.
• Knowledge of tribal resources and ability to interface appropriately with those services.

REQUIRED EDUCATION OR

EXPERIENCE:

Family Services Advocate Level I:

• A Family Services Credential

OR

• Willingness to complete a Professional Development Plan to obtain a Family Services Credential within 18 months of hire

AND

• 1-2 years of experience preferred

REQUIRED CERTIFICATION & LICENSES:

• Valid driver's license in state of residence.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Auto insurance in the amount required by the State of Washington.
• Physical examination within three weeks of employment.
• First Aid & Infant/Child CPR Card within 30 days of employment
• Food Workers' card or acquire within 30 days of employment
• Acceptable completion of a criminal history background check.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK