Child and Family Advocate

2 weeks ago


Coos Bay, Oregon, United States Bay Area Hospital Full time
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Time Type:
Full time
Hours per Pay Period:
80
Shift:
Day Shift

Minimum:
$23.26 USD
Maximum:
$29.90 USD(This represents the rate for an individual with significant experience in this job)

Department:
Kids' Hope Center

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The future looks bright at Bay Area Hospital, and we are always searching for quality people to join our team. We offer a great atmosphere, competitive pay, a wide array of benefits, and many growth opportunities for our employees.

Job Description:
Senior Child and Family Advocate

Provides child and family advocacy, referrals and support to clients referred to the Kids' HOPE Center, serving as a member of the multidisciplinary assessment team.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Must be able to work and communicate well with adults
  • Exercises good judgment, demonstrates effective critical thinking skills
  • Flexible, able to prioritize and address multiple responsibilities concurrently
  • Works effectively under stress and frequently changing job requirements/situations
  • Maintains regular, consistent and punctual attendance at the assigned job location
  • Demonstrates the ability to use a personal computer and various software programs applicable to the position
  • Demonstrates the ability to operate applicable office equipment
  • Exhibits the ability to deal effectively interdepartmentally & with the public
  • Exhibits the ability to maintain confidentiality, think and act independently with minimal supervision
  • Demonstrates strong writing, editing and proofreading skills
  • Ability to participate in quality assurance reviews, peer reviews and case consultations
  • Knowledge of and in compliance with, the center's policies and procedures
  • Bi-lingual communication skills preferred
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES/DEGREES
  • High school diploma with additional specialized college level training in the fields of social work, sociology, corrections, or counseling
  • Advocate must have knowledge of:
    - Problems confronting victims of crime
    - Pertinent local, state and federal rules, laws and regulations, and policies and procedures
    - Local public and private knowledge of Coos community resources
    - Short term crisis intervention techniques
  • ODOJ Crime Victims' Compensation Certification or must be obtained by the last day of the month of the 90 day grace period
  • ODOJ Address Confidentiality Certification or must be obtained by the last day of the month of the 90 day grace period
  • Current Oregon driver's license and valid automobile insurance
  • American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS)
EXPERIENCE
  • Minimum of six months of supervised direct victim advocacy/ family support experience
  • Minimum of two years of responsible experience in community service providing direct client assistance or services
  • Background in working with children and families who have been affected by abuse
  • Focus on continuing education and assures use of best practices
  • Experience and/ or training in child development, mental health, psychology, social work, or related fields
  • Background in working with children and families where allegations of abuse and/or neglect have been made preferred
  • Background in coordinating services for child victims and their families accessing Coos community resources
GENERAL INFORMATION

Union Affiliation: None

The entirety of this job description outlines the requirements of a 1.0 FTE position. Items in bold indicate the required duties of a 0.5 FTE position. The required duties of this position may be modified in the event that its FTE status is adjusted. This position is funded solely by federal grants from the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA). The FTE status and long-term feasibility of this position are contingent upon the Center's receipt of such grants, as determined by VOCA.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and job skills required.

Physical/Mental/Environmental Requirements
  • Requires extensive sitting with periodic standing and walking
  • Requires the ability to deal with distressing, emotionally challenging circumstances and cases, including individuals who may be angry or upset
  • May be required to lift up to 20 pounds
  • Requires significant use of personal computer, phone and general office equipment
  • Needs adequate visual acuity, ability to grasp and handle objects
  • Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone
  • May require off-site travel
Compensation Grade:
D

Compensation Grade Profile:
D - Hourly

Bay Area Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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