Bilingual Family Advocate

National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP); Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 Days Off Each Year!

11 Paid Holidays Per Year!

Summer Hours ( Half day Fridays)

Student Loan Repayment assistance

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

401(k)

Work Anniversary Trips

Peace leave

Parental leave

Mileage reimbursement

Flexibility

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

National Youth Advocate Program seeks a Family Advocate EFSP to support children and families by providing advocacy and in-home services. You will work with clients and partners to help them live safely in the community.

The role requires Spanish proficiency, CERAP certification (or progress toward it), and a Bachelor's in human services with 2+ years of experience. Evening/weekend hours may be required; strong driving record and insurance needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human services required; MA preferred.
• CERAP certification or ability to obtain within 3 months.
• 2+ years of direct service experience preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings/weekends.
• Advanced Spanish language skills are highly required.

Responsibilities

• Actively supports, represents, and extends the mission, vision, and values of NYAP.
• Assists clients in applying for Guardianship of their minor relatives or fictive kin.
• Provides in-home supportive services, referrals, advocacy, and other social interventions.
• Travels to family homes for intakes and safety checks; assists with guardianship applications including fingerprinting.
• Maintains compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements.
• Completes and submits all required documentation accurately and timely.
• Keeps complete programmatic records.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Advanced Spanish

CERAP Certification

Direct service experience

Valid driver's license

Flexible hours

Cultural sensitivity

Computers & devices

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

MA preferred

Tools

Computers & devices

Job description

Pay

$48,000.00 annually

Schedule

The schedule is Monday-Friday 8-5pm, flexible to meet program needs. some evening and weekend required

Working At NYAP

• NYAP's commitment to doing what is best for children, youth and their families is a core value and one that we look for in our newest team members.


• 22 Days Off Each Year!


• Plus 11 Paid Holidays Per Year!


• Summer Hours ( Half day Fridays)


• Student Loan Repayment assistance, up to $1,200 per year!


• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits for you and your family!


• Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k)


• Work Anniversary Trips!


• Peace leave


• Parental leave


• Mileage reimbursement


• Flexibility


• Tuition reimbursement

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Program Director or designee, this position works to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the children and families served. This position works closely with NYAP clients and community partners, providing advocacy and support toward the goal of living safely and successfully in the community.

Responsibilities

• The Family Advocate EFSP will perform duties including, but not limited to:


• Actively supports, represents, and extends the mission, vision, and values of the organization.


• Assists clients in applying for Guardianship of their minor relatives and/or fictive kin.


• Provides in-home supportive services, community resource referrals, advocacy, and other social service interventions to the clients.


• Travels to family homes to complete intakes and safety checks. Accompany families to complete guardianship applications, including fingerprinting services and assists families in obtaining birth and death certificates.


• Provides services in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements.


• Completes and submits all required documentation in an accurate and timely manner.


• Maintains complete and accurate programmatic records.


• Completes other duties as assigned b y supervisor

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human services with previous community services experience. MA preferred.


• 2 years of work experience working in direct service strongly preferred.


• CERAP Certified or the ability to obtain certification within 3 months of employment.


• Must have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, automotive insurance, and a good driving record.


• A willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours, including evening and weekend hours as needed.


• Capacity to be flexible and responsive to clients served, system partners and internal customers.


• Capacity to remain objective and professional in all areas of job function.


• Demonstrates tolerance and respect for the ideas and actions of others.


• Capacity to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to people from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.


• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, Smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.


• Time management, organizational skills and attention to detail.


• Advanced Spanish language skills highly required.

The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to people from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.

NYAP also requires all of our employees, regardless of your title/position, to hold and maintain automobile liability insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000. Please contact our HR department with questions, 614-487-3888 or [e-mail].

Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans

Who We Are

National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978 and we continue to grow each year. Our growth allows us to expand and develop new and innovative programs to meet the ever-changing needs of those we serve. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four areas: Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency.

We know you are compassionate and dedicated to serving your clients and communities and NYAP is dedicated to providing support to those who join our team! We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth and families.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans