Parent Resource Advocate, Bilingual (Karen Language; Part-Time)

University Of Nebraska Medical Center; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, NE seeks a PART-TIME Parent Resource Advocate with knowledge of lifespan disability services across medical and school systems. You will participate in multidisciplinary clinics and support families navigating services for CYSHCN, with preference for personal experience as a parent or family member.

The role requires 2 years of related experience, bilingual English and Karen, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Must have Associate's degree or equivalent; four years related education/experience will be considered.
• Two years of work and/or life experience with children that have a developmental or related disability.
• Must be bilingual, English and Karen speaking.

Responsibilities

• Support families across lifespan disability services and regional resources.
• Participate in multiple discipline and multidisciplinary medical clinics.
• Assist with navigation of medical, school, and welfare services for CYSHCN.

Skills

Bilingual English-Karen

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location

Omaha, NE

Department

MMI UCEDD 50000702

Business Unit

Reg-Temp Part-Time Regular

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM; Hours May Vary; Some evenings and weekends

Remote/Telecommuting

Hybrid (part-time working on site, part-time working off-site)

Position Summary

PART - TIME
The Parent Resource Advocate must have knowledge of lifespan disability services and supports across the lifespan and region. The ideal candidate must have skills and background that would allow for effective participation in multiple discipline and multidisciplinary medical clinics. They must have personal experience in navigating service delivery systems which include medical services, school services, school transition services (up to age 21), and health and welfare services. Preference will be given to a parent or family member of children or youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN) and/or disabilities who can offer peer-to-peer mentoring to support families who are receiving services at MMI.

Salary Grade

EO16H

Appointment Type

C2 - REG OFF/SERV HRLY

Salary Range

$18.750 - $28.125/hourly

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

(Will consider four years related education/experience)

Required Experience

2 years

Work and/or life experience with children that have a developmental or related disability.

Must be bilingual, English and Karen speaking.

(Will consider four years related education/experience)

Required License

No

Required Computer Applications

Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook

Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must be able to obtain transportation when travel is required (with advanced notice).

Ability to work with Medical Professionals and Families.

Excellent communication skills (oral and written).

Ability to work with the disability advocacy community.

Preferred Experience

Advocacy, self-advocacy or program management related to programs for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Experience working with information referral for children with special health care.

Preferred License

Yes

Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Computer Applications

Microsoft PowerPoint

Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge and experience in information referral.

Applicant Screening Questions

• Will you accept PART-TIME employment?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have a high school education or equivalent?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have work and/or life experience with children that have a developmental or related disability?
  • Yes
  • No
• If you do have work and/or life experience with children that have a developmental or related disability, please elaborate (if No, indicate NA).

  (Open Ended Question)

• Are you bilingual, English and Karen speaking?
  • Yes
  • No
• Are you proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Outlook?
  • Yes
  • No
• How did you hear about this position?
  • Careerlink
  • Employee Referral
  • HERC
  • Indeed
  • Job Fair
  • Lincoln Journal Star
  • Linkedin
  • Omaha World Herald
  • UNMC Job Site
  • Facebook
  • NEWorks
  • Handshake
  • Other
• If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.

  (Open Ended Question)

• Within the past 6 months, have you been affected by a reduction in force or grant funding expiration with the University of Nebraska Medical Center?
  • Yes
  • No

Individuals who need accommodation during the online application or interview process may contact 402-559-4070 or [e-mail] to request an accommodation.