Mobile Family Peer Advocate - Home & Community Support

Child & Family Services; Delaware (OH); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and paid holidays

Life Insurance

Medical, dental, and vision options

Wellness program

HSA with employer contributions

Dependent Care FSA

Employee referral bonus

PSLF eligibility

403(b) retirement plan with employer**

Job summary

Child and Family Services is seeking a Family Peer Advocate to support families of children with mental health and related challenges. You will advocate, educate, and connect families to community resources, navigating services and waiver programs as needed.

The role involves home and community visits, building trust, and linking families with natural supports to foster stable, connected family units. Evening/weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• Personal experience as a parent or caregiver of a child with challenges.
• Must be a credentialed Family Peer Advocate.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License and access to a personal vehicle.
• Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong knowledge of community resources for families.
• Ability to facilitate support groups and engage families.

Responsibilities

• Serve as trusted advocate for families, offering guidance and support.
• Help families access services and connect with natural supports.
• Build relationships to promote safety, stability, and belonging.
• Meet families in homes or communities to assess needs and provide resources.
• Collaborate with service providers to ensure comprehensive support.

Skills

Parent/caregiver experience

Credentialed Family Peer Advocate

Driver's license

Flexible schedule

High school diploma or GED

Knowledge of community resources

Facilitate support groups

Education

Credentialed Family Peer Advocate

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Personal vehicle

Job description

Child and Family Services is seeking a Family Peer Advocate to support families of children with mental health and related challenges. You will advocate, educate, and connect families to community resources, navigating services and waiver programs as needed.

The role involves home and community visits, building trust, and linking families with natural supports to foster stable, connected family units. Evening/weekend availability is required.