Navigator Family Advocate - Kinship Care

About the Role

Responsible for walking alongside families who have been identified as needing assistance with more intense community referrals or basic needs, legal capacity, financial stability, or caregiver support.

Qualifications

• BSW or BA/BS in related human services field is preferred, but candidates with an Associate's degree plus an extra two (2) years' experience in a related field or candidates with a High School diploma with a minimum of four (4) years' extra experience in a related field will be considered.
• At least two (2) years' experience with families and knowledgeable about community resources and services.
• Experience in advocacy work on behalf of children and families preferred.
• Has a belief system and engages in faith practices that are compatible with those of the United Methodist Church.
• Must be able to pass standard background checks, including: drug screen, employment physical, SLED, DSS Central Registry, and Sex Offenders Registry.

Benefits

• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plans
• Company-paid life insurance
• Voluntary benefits such as Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), and Group life
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Ample vacation and sick leave
• Mission/Volunteer leave
• Credit Union access
• Employee Assistance Program
• Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• Career opportunities throughout the state of South Carolina

Epworth's mission is to serve children, youth, and families through caring, safe, Christian communities, where hurts are healed, hope is nurtured, and faith in God, self, and others is developed.