Student & Family Services Advocate

Chicago Public Schools; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan Options

Vision Plan

Pension Plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools seeks a Student Special Services Advocate to support at-risk youth and school-aged parents with educational and social services. The role involves counseling, referrals, and coordinating with community partners to improve educational outcomes.

The position requires an Associate's degree or two years of college and relevant experience in social services, with strong communication and record-keeping abilities. This role is based on the Southwest Side location in Chicago.

Qualifications

• Graduation with an Associate's degree or two years of college-level coursework plus four years in social service.
• Strong knowledge of social service agencies and ability to support at-risk youth and parents.
• Excellent oral and written communication and record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for at-risk young adults and school-aged parents to encourage re-engagement with education.
• Coordinate with counselors, employers, and community organizations to arrange services and referrals.
• Assist enrollment in GED, evening classes, and job training programs.
• Maintain client case files and prepare activity reports for supervision.
• Confer with employers regarding work-hour adjustments to support schooling.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Counseling abilities

Relationship building

Education

Associate's degree or two years of college coursework

Job description

Chicago Public Schools seeks a Student Special Services Advocate to support at-risk youth and school-aged parents with educational and social services. The role involves counseling, referrals, and coordinating with community partners to improve educational outcomes.

The position requires an Associate's degree or two years of college and relevant experience in social services, with strong communication and record-keeping abilities. This role is based on the Southwest Side location in Chicago.