Community Development Advocate

Facets; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

FACETS in Fairfax County seeks a mission-driven Education and Community Development Advocate (ECD) to assess needs of residents in public housing and deliver case management plus adult and youth programming, helping families walk up and out of poverty while safeguarding confidentiality and high standards.

You will supervise volunteers and interns, plan community events, and coordinate services across Annandale, Centreville, and Fairfax City.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, Human services, or related field.
• Bilingual (Spanish/Arabic) is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management, including client assessment, individualized client action plan, and crisis intervention to families in public housing; promote client self-sufficiency.
• Maintains and archives all client data/records within agency guidelines and submits reports timely.
• Develops/adapts adult and youth programming to meet community needs and evaluates effectiveness.
• Plan and coordinate events that support FACETS’ mission (back to school, food drives, etc.).
• Provide walk-in assistance during scheduled case management periods.
• Train and support volunteers on program material to maintain high standards and safety.
• Oversee interns as Task Supervisor and monitor learning goals.
• Represent FACETS/ECD in the community per mission and ethics.
• Perform other duties as assigned by SCDA or Team Leader.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree in social work

Bilingual (Spanish/Arabic) is a plus

Multitask in fast-paced environment

Clear written and oral communication

Valid driver’s license

Ability to drive a 15-passenger van

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work, Human services, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position Summary:

FACETS is hiring a mission-driven Education and Community Development Advocate (ECD). The ECD Advocate works within the Education and Community Development (ECD) department, which assesses the needs of diverse populations residing in public housing communities in Fairfax County. Education and Community Development (ECD) advocates will engage clients in areas such as case management and adult/youth programming that work to serve and better strengthen the community’s abilities to walk up and out of poverty. ECD advocates will also be responsible for overseeing volunteer staff and ensuring the effective growth, learning and development of any interns placed within the department and their respective community centers.

The position is visible to the general public and is subject to interruptions from walk-in traffic and telephone calls. High standards of courtesy, performance and respect for confidentiality are essential. Independent judgment is required for appropriate decision making, problem solving and priority setting.

About the Organization:

FACETS is a non-profit organization that opens doors by helping parents, their children, and individuals who suffer the effects of poverty in Fairfax County. We meet their emergency needs through our wrap around services and community partnerships, and help individuals and families experience safe and stable housing after years of uncertainty and instability. We strive to ensure that every person in our community has a place they can call home. Here at FACETS, every team member plays a role in making a difference in the lives of our most vulnerable neighbors.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide case management, including client assessment, individualized client action plan, and crisis intervention to families in public housing; the core goal of case management is to promote client self-sufficiency.


• Maintains, completes, and archives all client data/records within established agency guidelines, and turns all assignments/reports into Team Leader in a timely and professional manner.


• Develops and implements adult and youth programming activities to meet the specific needs of the community, while evaluating the effectiveness of such programs and addressing the gaps within them.


• Plan and coordinate equitable and unique events that encourage and promote the mission of the organization (i.e. back to school event, Thanksgiving food drive, sibling shop, AAB events etc.)


• Provide assistance to walk-in clients during scheduled walk-in case management periods throughout the week.


• Train and support volunteers on relevant program material to ensure high program standards and safety.


• Oversees interns as their Task Supervisor and ensures that all learning goals and opportunities are being met.


• Represents FACETS and the ECD program in the community, in accord with Agency Mission, Vision, and Code of Ethics.


• Performs other duties as assigned and agreed upon by SCDA or Team Leader.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, Human services, or related field.


• Bilingual (Spanish/Arabic) is a plus.


• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.


• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.


• Must be flexible to work across in Annandale, Centreville, Fairfax city when required.


• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software, including Microsoft Excel.


• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, good driving record, and personal car insurance.


• Ability to drive a 15-passenger van.


• Must pass criminal background and Child Protective Services background checks.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.


• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.


• Must be able to attend occasional meetings at other FACETS office locations within Fairfax County, including 3 annual organization-wide fundraising events each year.

Salary Range:

• $45,000 - $50,000 annually.


• FACETS offers a competitive salary commensurate with qualification/experience.

Benefits:

• Paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees with competitive family rates and 3 medical plan options.


• Paid Basic Life Insurance with an option to buy additional coverage.


• 403(b) retirement plan options with generous matching.


• Generous leave package for full-time employees: paid annual vacation and sick leave, 11 paid holidays per calendar year plus 3 floating holidays to use within the fiscal year; 12 weeks of maternity leave; paid bereavement leave.


• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care.


• Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability 100% employer-paid.


• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP).


• Reimbursement of work-related expenses including portions of mileage, cell phone and data expenses.


• Ongoing professional development and training; reimbursement for portions of tuition, training, or (re)certification in areas related to current position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Everyone at FACETS is driven to make a difference in the lives of our neighbors experiencing homelessness, hunger, and poverty. FACETS is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of respect and belonging. FACETS is an equal opportunity employer with a culturally diverse work environment. Our welcoming community encourages collaboration across programs for our rewarding work.

FACETS is proud to be an EOE/ADA employer that values diversity.

ADA Statement: FACETS will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Any person in need of accommodation should contact Human Resources directly for assistance.