Bilingual Family Advocate

National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP); Sycamore (IL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Mileage reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

National Youth Advocate Program is seeking a Family Advocate to work with the Center for Adolescents and Families, implementing targeted services to support families per the program plan.

The role includes facilitating Anger Management, Parenting and Financial Literacy classes, conducting intake sessions, and helping parents strengthen family communication. Travel within communities and adherence to state/federal guidelines are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Bilingual English and Spanish required.
• Minimum two years’ experience in case management, facilitation, and Youth/Family services.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word) and general ICT.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform work consistent with NYAP mission, values, and philosophies.
• Facilitate Anger Management, Parenting and Financial Literacy classes.
• Schedule and conduct in-person intake and assessment sessions with participants.
• Assist parents/caregivers to strengthen family connections and communication.
• Provide support to parents/caregivers with youth involvement in substance abuse or risky behaviors.
• Engage in community networking/outreach; attend meetings/trainings as required.
• Collaborate with staff to create and implement supportive programs for families.
• Provide referral services to families.
• Advocate for families when appropriate.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation as required by state/federal guidelines.
• Maintain program records per policies and procedures.
• Schedule and conduct home visits; travel within communities served.
• Attend professional development training required.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Case management experience

Facilitation

Youth/Family services

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Pay

$54,361.00 annually

Schedule

The schedule is Tuesday-Saturday, flexible to meet program needs.

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

The Family Advocate works alongside the Center for Adolescents and Families staff to implement targeted services that support the family unit, DCFS alumni and other adults in the community in accordance to the Family Advocacy Center's program plan.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Programs mission, values, and philosophies
• Facilitate Anger Management, Parenting and Financial Literacy classes
• Schedule and conduct in person intake and assessment sessions with program participants
• Assist parents/caregivers to strengthen their family connection and communication
• Provide support and guidance to parents/caregivers whose youth are involved with substance abuse and other risky behaviors
• Community networking and outreach by working with different community agencies. Attend meetings and trainings as required by the organization
• Work in conjunction with program and agency staff to create and implement supportive and healthy programs for parents/caregivers and their families
• Provide referral services to families
• Advocate for the family/families when appropriate
• Maintain up to date documentation of all activities as required by state and federal guidelines
• Maintain program records in accordance to program policies and procedures
• Schedule and conduct home visits as required by program
• Travel within the communities served to deliver programmatic services
• Attend all professional development training required

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services required, Master's degree preferred
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) Required
• Minimum two years’ experience in case management, facilitation, and Youth/Family services
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word. Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smartphones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs
• Excellent verbal and written communication and customer service skills
• Detail oriented, organized and focused
• Daily access to reliable car and must meet agency's vehicle insurance requirements (100,000/300,000 bodily liability car insurance)
• Ability to work a non-traditional schedule, including weekend and evening hours

Other Skills

• Sensitivity to cultural diversity is required.
• Enthusiastic self-starter
• The ability to engender trust and create reciprocal relationships with DCFS participating agencies and case workers.
• The ability to complete all necessary recordkeeping, reports, and compliance data for DCFS.
• The ability to work independently and as a team member
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills

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].

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