Job Information
Family and Children's Association Per Diem Family Peer Advocate in Mineola, New York
Per Diem Family Peer Advocate
Position Summary:
Family Peer Advocates will work under the Nassau Family Center Program to provide client centered services and assist families living in Nassau County with children ages 5-18 that have been diagnosed with or at risk of being diagnosed with a Serious Emotional Disability. Family Peer Advocates will create a partnership with the families that is individualized to their needs and will build on family strengths to enhance their capacity to care for their child.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Conduct visits in the home and community setting to educate clients on parenting techniques and develop advocacy skills.
Assist families in securing community resources to strengthen their support system.
Facilitate groups, family engagement activities or other networking opportunities for clients.
Attend all required program, agency and regulatory training and meetings.
Complete all required paperwork in accordance with funding and agency requirements and submit by required deadline.
Complete development and safety plans, session notes, discharge plans and all other pertinent documentation within required timeframes.
Collaborate with Case Manager on shared client cases to ensure quality delivery of services.
Additional responsibilities as assigned to ensure the effective operation of the program.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required, college degree preferred.
Must obtain provisional certification within the first 6 months of employment and the professional credential within 18 months or apply for an extension if more time is needed.
‘Lived-experience’ as the parent or primary caregiver of a child with a social, emotional, behavioral, mental health, or developmental disability required.
Intermediate Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Valid and clean driver's license required.
Additional Information
Schedule
Hourly - hours to be determined but will not exceed 19 hours per week.
Flexible schedule based on client's needs and availability, which will include evening hours.
Salary: $22/hour
Location: Garden City
All positions at FCA are filled without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, HIV/AIDS status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. All are encouraged to apply.
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