Family & Child Advocate Supervisor

The Center for Children and Families; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Center for Children & Families is seeking an Advocate Supervisor to support CASA for up to 25 volunteers, ensuring advocacy and early permanency planning for children. Reports to the CASA Program Coordinator and requires a Bachelor’s degree in a social service field, CASA familiarity, and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities include supervising volunteers, coordinating cases, attending court hearings, and maintaining confidential case records.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills (oral and written).
• Familiarity with CASA program and child advocacy system.
• Ability to work cooperatively with different personalities and maintain confidentiality.
• Proficient with computer systems and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of each child on the caseload.
• Document case activity and ensure data integrity for reporting.
• Attend court hearings and provide testimony; coordinate with volunteers.
• Train and orient new volunteers; assist in trainings as needed.
• Provide support to volunteers with case planning and resource information.
• Evaluate volunteer performance and ensure compliance with policies.

Skills

Communication skills

CASA familiarity

Team collaboration

Confidentiality & data handling

Time management

Driving license

Background checks

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social services

Job description

The Center for Children & Families is seeking an Advocate Supervisor to support CASA for up to 25 volunteers, ensuring advocacy and early permanency planning for children. Reports to the CASA Program Coordinator and requires a Bachelor’s degree in a social service field, CASA familiarity, and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities include supervising volunteers, coordinating cases, attending court hearings, and maintaining confidential case records.