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Family Peer Advocate-Engagement Specialist

Family and Children's Association

Mineola, NYFull-time$23.07/hrPosted 7mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$23.07/hr
Location
Mineola, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Provisional Certification Within 6 Months Of EmploymentProfessional Family Peer Advocate Credential Within 18 Months Of EmploymentValid And Clean Driver's License

Job overview

Family and Children's Association is hiring a Family Peer Advocate-Engagement Specialist. The Family Peer Advocate will provide client centered services and assist families living in Nassau County with children ages 5-18 diagnosed with or at risk of serious emotional disability. They will create individualized partnerships, build on family strengths, and enhance capacity to care for their child.

Key focus areas include Conduct visits in the home and community setting to educate clients on parenting techniques and develop advocacy skills., Provide phone calls and support to waitlisted families and engage them in family support services prior to enrollment., and Provide services to county clients who walk‑in or telephone the program in need of support..

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma, GED Equivalent, and Lived-Experience As Parent Or Primary Caregiver Of Child With Disability. Important skills include Client Centered Services, Parenting Techniques Education, Advocacy Skills Development, Family Support Services, Community Resources, and Group Facilitation.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Client Centered ServicesParenting Techniques EducationAdvocacy Skills DevelopmentFamily Support ServicesCommunity ResourcesGroup FacilitationFamily Engagement ActivitiesNetworkingDevelopment Plan CompletionSafety Plan CompletionSession Notes CompletionDischarge Plan CompletionDocumentationCollaborationTargeted OutreachPartnership EstablishmentMS OfficeComputer Skills

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED EquivalentLived-Experience as Parent or Primary Caregiver of Child With DisabilityProvisional Certification Within 6 Months of EmploymentProfessional Family Peer Advocate Credential Within 18 Months of EmploymentValid and Clean Driver's License

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Family Peer Advocate-Engagement Specialist

Location: Garden City|Schedule: Full Time 35 hours per week| Salary Range: $23.07/Hour

The Opportunity

The Family Peer Advocate will provide client centered services and assist families living in Nassau County with children ages 5-18 that have been diagnosed with or at risk of being diagnosed with a Serious Emotional Disability. Family Peer Advocates will create a partnership with the families that is individualized to their needs and will build on family strengths to enhance their capacity to care for their child.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct visits in the home and community setting to educate clients on parenting techniques and develop advocacy skills.

  • Provide monthly phone calls and support to waitlisted families and engage them in family support services prior to enrollment.

  • Provide services to county clients who walk-in or telephone the program in need of support.

  • Assist families in securing community resources to strengthen their support system.

  • Facilitate groups, family engagement activities or other networking opportunities for clients.

  • Complete development and safety plans, session notes, discharge plans and all other pertinent documentation within required timeframes.

  • Collaborate with Case Manager on shared client cases to ensure quality delivery of services.

  • Conduct targeted outreach to increase referrals and support families in the ER and community services

  • Assist coordinator in establishing partnerships with local hospitals and community providers

  • Other responsibilities as needed to ensure the effective operation of the program.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma, or GED equivalent

  • Must have 'lived-experience' as the parent (biological, foster, adoptive) or primary caregiver of a child with a social, emotional, behavioral, mental health, or developmental disability).

  • Must obtain the Provisional Certification within the first 6 months of employment and the Professional Family Peer Advocate credential within 18 months of employment or apply for an extension if needed.

  • Proficient computer skills with MS Office required.

  • Valid and clean driver's license required.

Compensation

The competitive compensation range is reflected with FCA's framework, culture, and values. Individual pay decisions will vary based on skills and experience' while still allowing for growth.

Benefits

  • Full Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

  • Generous Paid Time Off

  • 403(b); with generous employer contribution

  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

  • Pet Insurance

  • Short Term (STD) and Long Term (LTD) Disability Insurance

  • Life Insurance

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

FCA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer! We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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