Family Advocate

Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 23,866 - 33,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$1,000 sign-on bonus

Paid training and professional development

Generous paid time off

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with match

Life and disability insurance

Employee assistance

Flexible spending accounts

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

A community support organization is seeking a dedicated Family Advocate in Lehigh Valley. The role involves providing trauma-informed support and advocacy for families impacted by domestic violence, including individual counseling, crisis intervention, and coordinating care. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in social services. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in social services, education, or related work with children and families.
• Strong communication, organizational, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet family needs.
• Valid PA driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling and crisis intervention.
• Facilitate family workshops and coordinate services for caregivers and children.
• Serve as a liaison with community partners.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Advocacy skills

Trauma-informed mindset

Cultural sensitivity

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data systems

Job description

This is a job listing for Turning Point of Lehigh Valley

Position Type: $21.00/hr | Full-Time (40 hrs/week), Non-Exempt

Turning Point of Lehigh Valley is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Family Advocate to provide trauma-informed support to families affected by domestic and intimate partner violence. This full-time position plays a critical role in helping families build safe, empowered, and resilient futures.

The Family Advocate will provide individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, advocacy, facilitate family workshops, coordinate services for caregivers and children, and serve as a liaison with community partners. This role requires strong communication and organizational skills and the ability to maintain accurate documentation.

We offer:

• $1,000 sign-on bonus
• Paid training and professional development
• Generous paid time off
• Health, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance and flexible spending accounts
• Opportunities for advancement and leadership

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in social services, education, or related work with children and families
• Trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and empowerment-focused mindset
• Strong communication, organizational, and advocacy skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet family needs
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable with data systems
• Valid PA driver’s license and reliable transportation

Turning Point of Lehigh Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer