School-Based Family Support Advocate

Gateway-Longview, Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Wellness program

403(b) retirement plan

Flexible working options

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Gateway Longview, Inc. is seeking a Family Support Specialist for its School Based Preventive Services program in Buffalo, NY. The role focuses on person-centered, strength-based case planning for youths and families referred to the program.

Responsibilities include face-to-face meetings, collaboration with schools and providers, and documentation in the NYS CONNECTIONS system. A Bachelor’s in a human services field and NYS driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services related field is required.
• Valid New York State driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.
• Access to personal vehicle for daily travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Meet assigned caseload face-to-face at least twice monthly with families and youth.
• Collaborate with schools, referral sources, and community partners to achieve goals.
• Build support networks to ensure safe, stable family well-being prior to discharge.
• Teach parenting skills, behavior management, and youth attendance and academic goals.
• Maintain accurate progress notes and documentation in NYS CONNECTIONS system.
• Participate in supervision, meetings, and required trainings.

Skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Independent worker

Non-traditional hours

Transportation assistance

Cultural competence

Travel to meetings

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services

Driver’s license

Tools

Electronic medical records

Data management systems

Job description

Gateway Longview, Inc. is seeking a Family Support Specialist for its School Based Preventive Services program in Buffalo, NY. The role focuses on person-centered, strength-based case planning for youths and families referred to the program.

Responsibilities include face-to-face meetings, collaboration with schools and providers, and documentation in the NYS CONNECTIONS system. A Bachelor’s in a human services field and NYS driver’s license are required.