Family Advocate

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Family Advocate Full Time Troy, NY, US 11 days ago Requisition ID: 2751 Salary Range: $18.00 To $22.00 Hourly CEO is a Community Action Agency that’s committed to making a positive impact by supporting our customers, colleagues and community. We’re looking for individuals to join our agency that support and believe in our Values of: Helping Others,Respect, Accountability, Innovation & Teamwork . CEO’s many programs offer a broad range of services to meet the needs of our community. Responsibilities Be responsible for developing partnerships with families by assessing needs, developing a Family Partnership Agreement, conducting home visits, and connecting families with resources to meet their needs. Collaborate with other agencies and departments to refer families to necessary resources such as mental health, housing, employment, education and childcare. Promote family engagement in all parent meetings and activities. Ensure and support family engagement in all aspects of the Head Start program. Assist with ongoing recruitment efforts including outreach, enrollment/re-enrollment of families into the Head Start program. Be responsible for maintaining accurate, organized, confidential, up-to-date records of parent and child data. Work cooperatively with other team members and demonstrate a strong ability to contribute to a positive work environment Qualifications Minimum High School Diploma/GED required Associates/bachelor’s degree in human services or related field andFDC Credential preferred 1+ years of case management experience Knowledge of community resources Valid and clean NYS driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle required Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S without the need for Visa Sponsorship Benefits $18/hr-$22/hr based on education Monday-Friday 730am-3pm and 35 hours per week 10 month position that follows Troy City School District school year calendar that includes December, February, and April School Break Paid Time Off and Sick Leave Accrual Casual Dress Code Employee Assistance Program Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts Cash payment of three thousand dollars for waiving health insurance (FT) Optional 403(b) Retirement Plan Employer Sponsored Pension Plan starting at 5% of salary contribution, when eligible CEO qualifies eligible employees for the Federal School Loan Forgiveness Program #J-18808-Ljbffr Commission On Economic Opportunity