On-Call Community Advocate for Crises & Families

The Center for Youth and Family Solutions; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Employee referral program

Educational assistance (PSLF)

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

5 free counseling sessions

24/7 call line

Tax consultation resources

Discounted legal services

Health and wellness resources

401K

Cellphone reimbursement

Dress for your day

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

The Center for Youth and Family Solutions (CYFS) in Illinois is seeking a Community Outreach On-Call Advocate to build supportive relationships with clients and help families address needs toward stability and permanency.

You will work with youth and families in crisis, provide intervention, de-escalation, and conflict management, and document progress toward goals. Flexible hours with a driver’s license and vehicle required; CYFS offers benefits and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• DCFS background check and fingerprinting.
• Must be at least 21 years of age; car ownership required (insured).
• At least three years of driving experience with a valid license.

Responsibilities

• Work with children, teens, adults, and families in crisis.
• Provide trauma-informed intervention, stabilization, de-escalation, and conflict management.
• Document all services delivered to track progress toward goals.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Trauma-informed care

Conflict management

Family-centered approach

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Center for Youth and Family Solutions (CYFS) in Illinois is seeking a Community Outreach On-Call Advocate to build supportive relationships with clients and help families address needs toward stability and permanency.

You will work with youth and families in crisis, provide intervention, de-escalation, and conflict management, and document progress toward goals. Flexible hours with a driver’s license and vehicle required; CYFS offers benefits and advancement opportunities.