Family Advocate, THP (45728)

Job Details

Job Location

St Annes Main Campus - Los Angeles, CA

Position Type

Full Time

Salary Range

$23.00 - $24.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage

Up to 10%

Description

Join us at St. Anne's Family Services : Making a Difference in Families' Lives

About Us : St. Anne's Family Services is dedicated to transforming lives and communities. We're committed to providing unwavering support to families, from pregnancy to parenthood and childhood to adulthood. Our work brings about life-changing transformation, and we're seeking a Family Advocate to join our team and be a vital part of this mission.

Why Choose Us :

• Making a Difference

Every day, you'll contribute to breaking the cycles of poverty and ensuring families stay together, creating a lasting impact by supporting our teams.

Join a passionate team dedicated to our mission, where your insights and expertise are valued.

We support your career development and offer training to help you grow.

Become part of a trauma informed organization that makes a positive difference.

Salary and Benefits :

Pay Rate : $23-24 / hourly

Paid Time Off : 10 paid holidays, and a generous PTO policy

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Pet Insurance

Disability Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

403(b) Company Match

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

And more!

Compensation : In accordance with California law, the expected salary range for this position is posted with this position. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

About the Program :

This program provides housing and supportive services to non-minor dependent pregnant and / or parenting young women ages 18-21 who are still in the foster care system, as well as pregnant and / or parenting young women ages 18-24 who were or have transitioned out of the foster care or juvenile justice system.

Role Summary : Under the supervision of the Lead Family Advocate, the Family Advocate conducts basic social casework and coordinates related parent involvement services, including assisting youth in setting personal goals around housing, employment, education, and mental health services. In addition, Family Advocates will guide parents in their children's education and development, coordinating health, nutrition, mental health, disability, and parent involvement-related services for families, and being the point person for family case management.

Location : 155 N. Occidental Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026

Duties and Responsibilities :

Conducts family assessment of each enrolled family by identifying family strengths, interests, and needs.

Support clients as they navigate the housing stability process including, support with obtaining needed documents for establishing eligibility, housing search and landlord engagement, referrals to community resources that match client goals, increase in income through employment and benefits

Complete thorough and objective case notes and service entry data for CLARITY in a timely manner in accordance with SHP policies and procedures.

Participate in case conferences, meetings with collaborative agencies, and other community meetings as directed and be available for impromptu conference calls as needed.

Develop a self-sufficiency plan with each resident that describes objectives, action steps, timeframes, and supportive services necessary to achieve the objectives.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in a Behavioral Science, or a Master's Degree in a Behavioral Science or Human Service based on current managing contract guidelines.

A minimum of two years of experience with transition-aged youth who have transitioned out of the foster care system or juvenile justice system.

Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License and a driving record acceptable to the agency's insurance carrier.

St. Anne's Family Services is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply!

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