Family Advocate

Family Development Services; Belmont (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Development Services in Indiana seeks a Family Advocate to build strong relationships with families, promote school readiness, connect to community resources, and support family goals.

The role emphasizes partnerships with educators and service providers, case management, and travel within the locality. A Bachelor's degree is required, with a Master’s preferred, and the ability to pass background checks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in related field.
• Master's degree preferred or SW experience.
• Experience with diverse, low-income families preferred.
• Ability to pass background screening and health requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain positive partnerships with families.
• Support children's school readiness through parent engagement and home visits.
• Assist families in accessing education, employment, housing, health, and community resources.
• Provide case management and support for families with specialized needs.
• Conduct recruitment, enrollment, attendance follow-up, and retention activities.
• Maintain accurate records, case notes, and required documentation.
• Collaborate with education, health, disabilities, and community partners for comprehensive services.
• Support family leadership opportunities and family engagement events.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Education, or related field

Master's degree and/or social work experience preferred

Job description

The Family Advocate partners with families to support children's healthy development, school readiness, and family well-being. This role builds strong relationships with families, connects them to community resources, promotes parent engagement, and helps families achieve self-identified goals.Key Responsibilities:Develop and maintain positive partnerships with families.Support children's school readiness through parent engagement, home visits, and family activities.Assist families in accessing education, employment, housing, health, and community resources.Provide case management and support for families with specialized needs.Conduct recruitment, enrollment, attendance follow-up, and retention activities.Maintain accurate records, case notes, and required documentation.Collaborate with education, health, disabilities, and community partners to ensure comprehensive services.Support family leadership opportunities and family engagement events.Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Education, or a related field required.Master's degree and/or social work experience preferred.Experience working with diverse, low-income families preferred.Strong communication, organization, and computer skills.Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel locally.Ability to pass required background screening and physical examination.