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Parent Advocate
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2 weeks ago | Be among the first 25 applicants Position Summary
The Parent Advocate will provide concrete support to parents as they engage with the agency to plan for their children in foster care. The Parent Advocate will also provide parent support and advocacy for Children’s Aid’s case planning units. They may participate in Family Team Conferences, Case Planning Meetings, Interdisciplinary Treatment Team Meetings, Family Visits, and/or accompany parents to appointments. Parent advocates will be assigned to a case planning unit and report to the unit supervisor in one of four foster care offices. Responsibilities
Understand and promote the organization’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values to ensure alignment with organizational policies and procedures. Meet with parents at or near the time of Intake to Foster Care and act as a credible messenger of hope for parents planning for their children. Participate in case planning meetings or family team conferences and ITT meetings as a support to parents, providing insight, clarification, and emotional regulation to make meetings more effective and planning more successful. Meet with families during Family Time (Family Visiting) to encourage visits and help parents problem-solve obstacles to healthy, effective time with their children. Accompany parents to service providers such as drug treatment, housing, mental health programs, or court to encourage and support them, helping to overcome ambivalence about starting new programming. Coordinate with foster care team members to plan activities with parents and outline efforts to expedite family discharge. Perform other duties as assigned. Compensation
$40,000 to $44,000 annually. Minimum Qualifications
Experience as a parent whose children were in foster care, with at least 2 years of service. Key Competencies
Experience in parent advocate training through ACS, RISE, CWOP, or another agency is a plus. Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus. Willingness to learn and practice engagement skills with families. Flexibility and ability to work within community settings. Ability to maintain healthy boundaries and confidentiality. Computer literacy is a plus. Children's Aid is an equal opportunity employer committed to a work environment free from harassment and discrimination. We prohibit discrimination, harassment, or retaliation based on race, creed, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, disability, religion, and other protected characteristics. The position requires a flexible schedule, whether in-person or hybrid, to meet organizational needs. This policy is subject to periodic review and adjustment. Additional Information
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Legal Industries: Non-profit Organizations
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Parent Advocate
role at
Children's Aid
2 weeks ago | Be among the first 25 applicants Position Summary
The Parent Advocate will provide concrete support to parents as they engage with the agency to plan for their children in foster care. The Parent Advocate will also provide parent support and advocacy for Children’s Aid’s case planning units. They may participate in Family Team Conferences, Case Planning Meetings, Interdisciplinary Treatment Team Meetings, Family Visits, and/or accompany parents to appointments. Parent advocates will be assigned to a case planning unit and report to the unit supervisor in one of four foster care offices. Responsibilities
Understand and promote the organization’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values to ensure alignment with organizational policies and procedures. Meet with parents at or near the time of Intake to Foster Care and act as a credible messenger of hope for parents planning for their children. Participate in case planning meetings or family team conferences and ITT meetings as a support to parents, providing insight, clarification, and emotional regulation to make meetings more effective and planning more successful. Meet with families during Family Time (Family Visiting) to encourage visits and help parents problem-solve obstacles to healthy, effective time with their children. Accompany parents to service providers such as drug treatment, housing, mental health programs, or court to encourage and support them, helping to overcome ambivalence about starting new programming. Coordinate with foster care team members to plan activities with parents and outline efforts to expedite family discharge. Perform other duties as assigned. Compensation
$40,000 to $44,000 annually. Minimum Qualifications
Experience as a parent whose children were in foster care, with at least 2 years of service. Key Competencies
Experience in parent advocate training through ACS, RISE, CWOP, or another agency is a plus. Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus. Willingness to learn and practice engagement skills with families. Flexibility and ability to work within community settings. Ability to maintain healthy boundaries and confidentiality. Computer literacy is a plus. Children's Aid is an equal opportunity employer committed to a work environment free from harassment and discrimination. We prohibit discrimination, harassment, or retaliation based on race, creed, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, disability, religion, and other protected characteristics. The position requires a flexible schedule, whether in-person or hybrid, to meet organizational needs. This policy is subject to periodic review and adjustment. Additional Information
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Legal Industries: Non-profit Organizations
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