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Family Advocate - LINK - Gulfport, MS
Family Advocate - LINK - Gulfport, MSCanopy Children's Solutions • Gulfport, MS, US
Family Advocate - LINK - Gulfport, MS

Family Advocate - LINK - Gulfport, MS

Canopy Children's Solutions • Gulfport, MS, US
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Overview

Canopy Children's Solutions is Mississippi's most comprehensive nonprofit provider of children's behavioral health, educational, and family support solutions. Canopy employs a diverse group of mission-driven individuals committed to honoring the voice of Mississippi children and families. The organization operates with core values that drive its work :

  • The voice of our children and families always comes first
  • Relationships matter and our differences make us stronger
  • We take great joy in service to others
  • Our families and our communities deserve our very best

Canopy has been designated a Great Place to Work for the fifth consecutive year, and is one of only eight companies in Mississippi to qualify for this certification in 2024-2025. Employees are encouraged to contribute to a healthy work culture focused on trust and helping kids thrive and families overcome challenges.

Family Advocate Overview

  • Serve as the primary point of contact between families, community partners, and state agencies, and follow the established family map to link to services, educate / psychoeducation, provide community education, and networking / marketing to strengthen families and keep kids in a stable home.
  • Support families' emotional well-being with empathy and personal experiences of overcoming challenges to help families have hope.
  • As an integral resource for children, families and communities, and reflecting Canopy's core values, utilize evidence-based practices specific to individual children and families, connect them within their communities, track progress, and adhere to Canopy's trauma-informed culture.

    • Job Responsibilities

  • Advocate, represent, support and assist youth and their families.
  • Assist in creating and sustaining a family-driven approach.
  • Provide families with information, advocacy skills and related activities.
  • Provide psycho-education for families as needed.
  • Assist families in crisis with appropriate referrals and supports.
  • Assist families in resolving complaints and concerns about Canopy Children's Solutions system of care.
  • Represent families at team meetings and related activities.
  • Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with professional partners.
  • Maintain and promote a high level of cultural competency.
  • Meet regularly with program staff; coordinate job responsibilities with supervisor.
  • Carry out all administrative duties, including maintaining a regular and predictable weekly work schedule and attending required trainings and conferences.
  • Participate in quality assurance studies and program improvement activities.
  • Network / Market in the community for families and the Link Program.
  • Document all services within a 48-hour timeframe.
  • Other duties as assigned.

    • Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Ability to articulate concepts clearly to families to help strengthen themselves and family members.
  • Ability to listen to and problem solve with families individually or in a group setting.
  • Excellent organizational skills.
  • Experience in diverse communication styles and the ability to work with teams.
  • Familiarity with MDHS, TANF, and other state services and how to navigate these entities through direct experience or field work.

    • Job Details

  • Seniority level : Entry level
  • Employment type : Full-time
  • Job function : Other
  • Industries : Individual and Family Services

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