Family Advocate

2 months ago

Frankfort, United States Bauer Family Resources Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Our work is important and vital to children and families in the community, and we are seeking caring individuals to join our Bauer family to help us continue "to empower children and their families to thrive".

Job Title: Family Advocate

Pay Range: $14.51 - $16.33

What We Do:

At Bauer, we empower children and their families to thrive. Bauer Family Resources mission is at the heart of every program and service offered to our community. It is our belief that every child and family has a desire for a life that is filled with success, strong family and community connections and hope for tomorrow. Bauer's work is measured against this mission statement to ensure we are true to it.

Our Workplace Culture:

We are building a culture of belonging - where every person is supported to bring their most authentic self to work and enable them to do the best work of their life. We are a culture grounded by collaboration, personal growth and well-being. We care about each other, ourselves, our communities and the environment which we live in. We respect all with humility and patience.

Bauer Family Resources does not discriminate on basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in a group or class protected by local, state and federal government laws. At Bauer we encourage diversity and promote equality.

Position Summary:

The Family Advocate is responsible for engaging families in program services through meaningful relationships. This includes assisting families in identifying strengths and needs, connecting them to agency and community resources, and fostering their confidence as parents and community members. The duties identified below are the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Engage families in program services and activities that promote school readiness, parenting skills, knowledge, and confidence
  • Assist families in establishing and pursuing goals that enhance personal growth and connections to the community
  • Organize events in response to family needs and interests
  • Deliver relationship-based home visits and enrollment meetings that are responsive to family needs
  • Provide families with resource information and referrals to agency and community supports as needed
  • Complete monthly reports, documentation, and track family progress
  • Ensure compliance with Bauer Policies, State Licensing, and Head Start Program Performance Standards
  • Attend twice-monthly staff meetings, monthly Professional Development Days, quarterly All-Agency meetings, and annual Pre-Service
QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this position successfully, an individual must demonstrate regular, predictable attendance and be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge and skill required. The individual must be able to successfully pass background checks.

Education/Certification/Licensure:
  • High School Diploma and credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or a related field within eighteen months of hire.
  • Valid driver's license
Experience Required:
  • 1-2 years previous experience preferred
  • Spanish speaking is preferred
Knowledge and Skills Required:
  • Commitment to serving children and families in poverty with the highest quality services
  • Willingness to learn and apply new knowledge
  • Strong connection with the community and ability to maintain positive relationships
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Organization and time management
  • Basic computer skills
  • Ability to fluently communicate in Spanish is a plus
Physical Requirements:

To accomplish the essential functions of the position, one must be physically able to operate or work with computers, calculators, reference books, computer software applications, phones, and other standard office equipment. The physical activities of the position include talking, reaching, grasping, light lifting, bending, squatting, and other repetitive motions.

Working Conditions:
  • Work is performed a pleasant office environment and in families' This role is exposed to tobacco smoke, domestic animals, household pests, and other conditions common to domestic environments.
  • Travel up to 25%

What We Offer: (Full-Time 30 hours or more per week)

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Matching 401K
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Long-Term Disability
  • Employer Health Savings Contributions
  • Teladoc
  • Free Mental Health Coverage
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Bereavement
  • Referral Bonus
  • Annual Wellness Programs
  • Reflective Supervision
  • Community Involvement

Other Benefits May Apply Based on Position

  • Paid Snow Days
  • Hiring & Retention Bonus
  • Early Childhood Education Scholarship
  • Paid Professional Development
  • Cell Phone Reimbursement
  • Mileage Reimbursement

Bauer Family Resources, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity & Affirmative Action Employer.

Bauer Family Resources is a Drug-Free Workplace

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