Foster Care Parent Advocate & Reunification Support

SCO; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

SCO Family of Services in New York seeks a Parent Advocate to support parents with children in foster care, helping them navigate the system, make informed decisions, and pursue reunification.

Responsibilities include coaching families, attending team conferences, coordinating with case planners, and documenting in Connections within seven business days. Bilingual abilities encouraged; a high school diploma required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; associates preferred.
• Approved background clearances and fingerprinting required.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Basic computer literacy; MS Office experience.
• Bilingual abilities encouraged.
• Ability to work with diverse families and cultures.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships and support parents in coping with the trauma of foster care involvement.
• Prepare parents and participate in Family Team Conferences.
• Report to Case Planning Supervisor and collaborate with case planners.
• Collaborate with Co-Parenting Facilitator and service providers.
• Learn Rise’s resources and participate in advocacy network.
• Complete documentation in Connections within 7 business days.
• Communicate with SCO staff, NYC Children’s Services and other partners.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Empathy and patience

Bilingual abilities encouraged

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Associates degree preferred

Background clearances and fingerprinting required

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SCO Family of Services in New York seeks a Parent Advocate to support parents with children in foster care, helping them navigate the system, make informed decisions, and pursue reunification.

Responsibilities include coaching families, attending team conferences, coordinating with case planners, and documenting in Connections within seven business days. Bilingual abilities encouraged; a high school diploma required.