Family Peer Advocate
$55kOhel Children's Home and Family Services
At Ohel, we believe that families are strongest when they feel supported, connected, and empowered. We are looking for a compassionate Family Peer Advocate (FPA) to join our team and help parents and caregivers of young children navigate some of life's most challenging moments. As a Family Peer Advocate, you’ll partner with families of children ages 0 - 5 experiencing social, emotional, behavioral, or mental health challenges, including those involved with foster care or the child welfare system. Through advocacy, encouragement, and practical support, you’ll help families build confidence, access resources, and create brighter futures for their children. Responsibilities Provide one-on-one support, advocacy, and parent coaching to families Empower parents and caregivers by sharing your lived experience and offering hope and encouragement Help families understand their child’s needs and navigate available supports and treatment options Connect families with community resources, social services, and supports that strengthen family well‑being Build partnerships with community organizations to increase awareness of the unique needs of young children and their families Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to provide coordinated, family‑centered care Support families using a culturally responsive, trauma‑informed, and strengths‑based approach Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required Lived experience as the parent, foster parent, adoptive parent, or primary caregiver of a child or youth with social, emotional, behavioral, mental health, or developmental challenges Complete the Parent Empowerment Program (PEP) training and begin the certification process to earn the Family Peer Advocate (FPA) Credential within one year of hire Experience working with or engaging families and youth impacted by trauma, poverty, violence, complex stressors, or mental health challenges Knowledge of the child welfare system and/or experience as a foster parent strongly preferred Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; experience with Electronic Health Records is a plus The ideal candidate is a motivated self‑starter who thrives both independently and as part of a collaborative team. They possess excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, along with strong attention to detail and exceptional follow‑through. We offer a competitive salary and benefits, along with a flexible hybrid schedule to support work‑life balance. Position includes a competitive benefits package that includes a 403B retirement plan with employee contribution, sick and vacation paid time off (PTO) and health insurance. Free access to onsite gym included! Eligibility for all benefits is based on hours worked, employment classification, and fulfillment of applicable waiting periods and plan requirements. This full‑time position is based in Brooklyn with some travel within the New York metropolitan area. Salary: $55,000 Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ohel Children's Home and Family Services
$42k - $50k
...Family Peer Advocate Reporting to the Manager, Programs – Clinic P+ECMH, the Staff, Programs – Family Peer Advocate serves to empower clients and caregivers through strength-based, family-driven support. This role focuses on achieving measurable improvements in children...SuggestedImmediate startWork from home- Family Peer Advocate page is loaded## Family Peer Advocatelocations: Staten Island Mental Healthtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: JR101215It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed...SuggestedDay shift
$55k
...Job Description Job Description At Ohel, we believe that families are strongest when they feel supported, connected, and empowered. We are looking for a compassionate Family Peer Advocate (FPA) to join our team and help parents and caregivers of young children navigate...SuggestedFull timeFlexible hours$20 per hour
...Apply today to join an amazing team, dedicated to advocating for the health & well-being of individuals, families, and communities. The Mental Health Association of... ...Counties Inc. is looking to fill the position of Family Peer Advocate through Children and Family Treatment and...SuggestedHourly payFull timeLocal areaRemote workMonday to FridayShift workAfternoon shift- ...practice nationally: affordable housing where families live alongside people living with mental... ...supportive and affordable housing, peer-driven residential crisis support programs... ...environments. Position Overview The Family Advocate provides engagement and comprehensive...SuggestedPermanent employmentWork experience placementFlexible hours
- ...culturally competent. Position Overview The Certified Recovery Peer Advocate requires someone who is culturally aware and sensitive to the... ...Provide recovery education and counseling to individuals and their family members. Provide transitional support bridging from an...Interim roleWork at officeFlexible hours
$37k - $41k
...health of New Yorkers by feeding people who are hungry, healing families broken apart by violence, and bridging the gaps between people and... ...package Qualifications Hold a NYS AIDS Institute Certified Peer credential, preferred. Other Peer certification from a reputable...Part timeWork at office- ...The Certified Recovery Peer Advocate provides patients advocacy, outreach, education, support services... ...Provide recovery education and counseling to individuals and their family members. ~ Provide transitional supports- bridging from an institution...Interim roleWork at officeFlexible hours
- ...Description Job Description SUMMARY Peer Services offer a way for people with... ...up to clients in the community. The Peer Advocate will be an integral part of the HOPE Housing programs to assist individuals and families with accessing emotional, informal supports...Permanent employmentFlexible hoursAfternoon shift1 day per week
- ...Job Description Description: JOB DESCRIPTION: The Recovery Peer Advocate position provides person centered, strength focused services... ...certification at the time of employment Experience as a peer or family member with personal experiences of recovery regarding mental...Work experience placementWork at officeLocal areaFlexible hours
$28.6 per hour
...and formerly unhoused adults, children and families, disabled persons, adult learners and... ...nursing and psychiatric care, specialized peer support, housing placement, benefits assistance... ..., nurses, psychiatric providers, peer advocates and program assistants, helps clients to...Permanent employmentPart timeNight shiftAfternoon shift2 days per week- ...Lower Manhattan, offering individuals and families high-quality, multi-generational programs... ...of building community. The Peer Navigator will work as a fully integrated... ...will also serve as a role model, mentor, advocate, and motivator for individuals in recovery...Temporary workWork experience placement
- ...stability, strength, and independence. We help children and families navigate through and beyond foster care. We help... ...approach that unlocks solutions for a lifetime. The Family Advocate is a technical position of a peer who is able to support the program, families, clients,...Work at officeFlexible hours
$57.15k
...Description Job Description Description: Position: Young Adult Peer Advocate Program: Safe Options Support (SOS) – South Team... ...support programs as they relate to recipient/residents, families, and staff. Recognize indicators of human trafficking and...Temporary workInternshipLocal areaMonday to Thursday$36k - $46k
...Holidays Annual Rate Increases 403B Retirement Plan with Match! NYPCC Health and Wellness Events Job Description Certified Recovery Peer Advocates (CRPA) are required to possess an OASAS approved certification as a peer advocate. The CRPA will provide peer support services...$36.96k - $47.52k
...POSITION TITLE: Family Advocate DEPARTMENT: Early Childhood LOCATION(S): The Bronx REPORTS TO: Family & Community Partnership Coordinator SALARY RANGE: $36,960.00 To $47,520.00 DATE: March 2026 SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, 8am - 4pm; 9am - 5pm, or 10am - 6pm. Schedule may...Interim roleLocal areaMonday to FridayFlexible hours$60k
...Job DetailsJob Location: Family Enrichment Center - Astoria, NY 11106Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 2 Year DegreeSalary Range... ...of the Astoria community. JOB SUMMARY The FEC Family Advocate will be dedicated to cultivating strong relationships with FEC...Local area$31.2k - $35.49k
...Goddard Riverside seeks a Family Worker/Family Advocate to support parents, caregivers, children and young people with additional needs. You will provide a mix of individual and group interventions to improve outcomes for families and strengthen parental engagement in...Monday to FridayShift work- ...Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a County Caseworker 1 in Delaware County Children & Youth Services to provide direct services to families in need, conduct assessments, coordinate services, and support child safety through foster care placement and home visits. The...Full time
$45k - $50k
...and recently launched Intention Health Ventures to develop and commercialize our technology innovations. The Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) uses lived experience with substance use disorder and recovery to engage, inspire, and support individuals in treatment...Work experience placementWork at office$17.96 - $19.66 per hour
Description We are seeking a child and family supportive individual to join our Early Head Start team for our Family Advocate opening in Greensburg. As the Family Advocate, you will provide intensive and comprehensive child development and family support services to eligible...Hourly payTemporary work$41.61k - $43.23k
...Job Description Job Description POSITION TITLE: Early Head Start-Child Care (EHS-CC) Family Advocate DEPARTMENT: Early Childhood Services LOCATION(S): Brooklyn, NY REPORTS TO: Early Head Start-Child Care (EHS-CC) Family Services Coordinator SALARY RANGE: $4...Local areaMonday to Friday- ...Job Description Job Description Description: Arms Acres is looking for novel Peer Advocate who is ready to change lives in our licensed facility located in the Bronx, NY. We provide outpatient treatment, with cutting edge support for those struggling with substance...Relocation packageMonday to Friday
- ...ethical framework for delivery of recovery services and conducts all peer advocacy activities within this framework. ~ Contributes to... ...Peer-to-Peer recovery support groups. Maintains weekly Peer Advocate contact log. Conducts educational presentations for providers...Full timeWork experience placementLocal areaFlexible hours
- ...Job Description Job Description Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA/CRPA-P) Use your recovery journey to inspire others. Are you passionate about helping others find strength in recovery? At Second Wind, we’re looking for dedicated and compassionate Certified Recovery...
- ...Truly Makes a Difference! Safe Children, Stable Families, Successful Lives. At CMCS (Cardinal McCloskey Community... ...disabilities through quality community based services.The Family Advocate is responsible for maintaining high-quality, effective parent engagement...Local areaImmediate start
- ...Description A Career with Little Flower Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York is a nonprofit organization that has... ..., we hope you will consider joining our team. Family Advocate The Family Enrichment Center is seeking a Family Advocate for...Local area
- ...in collaboration with the treatment team. Provides a variety of peer support, advocacy, and other recovery services to clients and caregivers... ...participant, functioning as a role model, peer support, mentor, advocate, and ally. Communicates hope and encouragement to assist...Hourly pay
- Phoenix House of New York is seeking a Certified Recovery Peer Advocate to provide non-clinical crisis support for individuals on their recovery journey. In this full-time position, you'll engage with clients to help them define and pursue their recovery plans while receiving...Full timeWork at office
- VNS Health is seeking a Family Advocate for the FRIENDS Program - Children and Family Support Team. You will serve as a trusted navigator helping families access critical resources and support services at home, in clinics, and within the community. Join a multidisciplinary...
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