Advocate

Primary Responsibilities

• Initiate, organize, plan, develop, and implement direct advocacy services to assigned participants and their families.
• Develop and implement service plans based on a strength-based approach using the wrap-around model.

Qualifications/Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Associates or higher in Social Work, Psychology, Education or related field is preferred.
• Prior experience working with youth and families in community, school, and home settings is strongly preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to engage effectively with youth, families, and professionals.
• Reliable and able to work independently.
• Basic computer skills; Experience working in an Electronic Health Record (EHR) is a plus.
• Bi-Lingual/Spanish speaking is a plus.

Benefits

• Voluntary Dental
• Voluntary Vision
• UNUM Supplemental Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Pet Insurance
• State Sick Leave
• Direct Deposit
• Competitive weekly pay
• Flexible hours