Foster Care Parent Navigator & Advocate

SCO Family of Service; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

SCO Family of Services in New York, NY is seeking a Parent Advocate to support parents with children in foster care, helping them understand and navigate the system, make decisions for their families, and stay hopeful about reunification.

You will partner with case staff, participate in Family Team Conferences, document in Connections within seven business days, and assist with transportation and referrals as needed. Bilingual abilities and lived experience with child welfare are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Previous life experience being impacted by the child welfare system as a parent.
• Approved background clearances and fingerprinting are required.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Bilingual abilities encouraged.
• Basic computer literacy incl. Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of local welfare services a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships and support parents coping with trauma during foster care.
• Prepare parents and participate in Family Team Conferences.
• Collaborate with case planners and service providers.
• Learn and use Rise's resources to inform families.
• Document case activity in Connections within 7 business days.
• Support families through public assistance processes and referrals.
• Fulfills mandated reporter duties and attends interdisciplinary meetings.

Skills

Oral and written comms

Computer literacy

Bilingual abilities

Education

High School diploma or better

Driver's license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SCO Family of Services in New York, NY is seeking a Parent Advocate to support parents with children in foster care, helping them understand and navigate the system, make decisions for their families, and stay hopeful about reunification.

You will partner with case staff, participate in Family Team Conferences, document in Connections within seven business days, and assist with transportation and referrals as needed. Bilingual abilities and lived experience with child welfare are highly valued.