Parent Advocate

Job Description

Job Description

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About Us

For over 175 years, Seamen’s Society has been dedicated to helping children survive, thrive, and succeed. Our programs provide critical support to vulnerable children and families, and we are looking for passionate, dedicated professionals to join us in making a difference.

If you’re seeking a rewarding career where your work truly matters, we invite you to be part of our mission. With opportunities in Brooklyn and Staten Island, we offer competitive salaries, career growth potential, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Seamen’s Society for Children and Families is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Take the next step in your career and help create brighter futures for children and families, apply today!

Job Summary:

This position provides in-home support to families, that promotes a positive parent-child relationship and interaction and provides case management/linkage to community resources to parents/caregivers. To support and advocate for the family to receive their entitlements and benefits, housing connects, etc. Must have life/lived experience with the child welfare system.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct field visits and escort families to various service providers; medical appointments, Public Assistance centers, Social Security, OPWDD, Medicaid offices and housing services.
• Conduct a home visit in compliance with ACS requirements in which the needs of the family and child safety are assessed.
• Advocate and assist families with connecting to community-based resources/ organizations and making referrals to facilitate the services needed to the families.
• Provide support services to families receiving services, which includes supportive casework focusing on services goals, child welfare laws, improving family relations ships, coping skills and parenting, etc.
• Participate in activities including initial intakes, contacts, and service plan meetings, etc.,
• Obtain collateral documents quarterly and/or annually as provided, from medical, mental health treatment, substance use and academic programs and other programs.
• Monitor and obtain information on the family’s medical needs, including compliance with periodic physicals and immunizations.
• Works with parents and provide education on improving parenting skills and home management skills.
• Participates in monthly Unit and Clinical Team Meetings.
• Completes and documents casework activities in tracking logs/excel sheets, case record PROMIS, CONNECTIONS and all other systems in a timely manner.
• Schedules and attends meetings and conferences as needed.
• Conduct community outreach and relationships with external providers.
• Conduct monthly chart reviews of at least 10 case records per month.
• Complete sections of the FASP assessment as required by ACS and OCFS
• Meets required weekly face-to-face contacts with all caretakers, parents, children and other adults outside the home as assigned.
• Participate, coordinate, and attend school visits, IEP meetings and other educational supports. Monitor and obtain information on the child/ren school placement and educational performance.
• Working with individuals, family and friend support networks, and health care and mental health professionals to put services in place.
• Attends all required training to enhance skills working with the high-risk population.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

• Ability to use communication skills that successfully convey and obtain accurate and complete information in a respectful, caring manner.
• Demonstrates the ability to organize and coordinate work within schedule constraints and handle emergent requirements in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers, and other community partners
• Ability to conduct interviews with families to obtain and provide the information needed to carry out case management responsibilities
• Knowledge and ability to use critical thinking and analytical skills used to formulate with the family person achievable plans for implementation
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Collaboration and facilitation skills to work with the individual, families and services providers.
• Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and competence in work with families from various ethnic and cultural groups, social-economic status and lifestyles.

Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or GED required
• Basic computer literacy preferred.
• Due to the nature of the work environment, work hours will be based on the needs of program and may vary.
• Performs other duties/responsibilities as assigned within the scope of the position.
• Successful completion of an Administration for Children’s Services-funded prevention services program or similar program
• Life/lived experience with the child welfare system required

Why Join Us?

At Seamen’s Society for Children and Families, we value our team members and are committed to providing a supportive, rewarding, and growth-oriented work environment. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional and personal well-being:

Extensive Training & Career Development – Gain hands-on experience with comprehensive training programs to enhance your skills and career growth.

Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays – Maintain a healthy work-life balance with our comprehensive PTO package, including: 13 paid holidays throughout the year, Half-day Summer Fridays to make the most of the season, Ample vacation, personal, and sick time so you can recharge and focus on what matters most. Your well-being is a priority for us. Take time to rest and recharge.

Robust Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance – Stay covered with our significantly subsidized plans designed to fit your needs.

Company paid Life Insurance & Financial Security – We offer life insurance, a generous 403(b) retirement plan (with agency contribution), and a tax-deferred annuity to secure your future.

Commuter Benefit Program & Flexible Spending Accounts – Save money on daily expenses with our commuter benefits and FSA options.

Exclusive Perks & Discounts – As part of our team, you'll gain access to Plum Benefits, the leading Corporate Entertainment Benefits provider. Enjoy e xclusive discounts, special offers, and preferred seating for top attractions, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets, hotels, and more.

Employee Assistance Program – Receive confidential support services for mental health, financial advice, and personal well-being.

Internship & Referral Programs – Help build the future by mentoring interns or referring great candidates and earning incentives.

Additional Information

Seamen’s Society is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We respect diversity and accordingly are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage, citizenship status, age, disability, sex, gender, gender identity or expression (sexual orientation, marital status, partnership status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.