Child and Family Advocate

2 weeks ago


Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States Kids in Distress Full time
Child and Family Advocate at Kids In Distress

If you are dedicated to fostering positive change in the lives of families and children, consider a rewarding opportunity with Kids In Distress as a full-time Child and Family Advocate. In this position, you will collaborate closely with families to offer guidance, support, and essential resources to empower them.

Benefits: This role comes with a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, a matching 401(k) plan, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Competitive Salary, Holiday Pay, and Paid Vacation Time. Additionally, upon successful completion of your probationary period, you will receive a sign-on incentive of 40 hours of vacation time.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct in-person visits with families in their residences at least once a week
  • Perform family evaluations and create preservation strategies
  • Maintain thorough documentation and reports for each assigned family
  • Assist families in enhancing relationships and connecting with community resources
  • Provide supplementary services aimed at preventing maltreatment and unnecessary foster care placements
  • Participate in court proceedings as necessary

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related discipline
  • A minimum of 1 year of experience working with children and families
  • Understanding of child welfare, child development, and social services
  • Strong organizational and case management abilities
  • Effective communication skills and the ability to work a flexible schedule
  • Valid Florida Driver's License and access to a dependable vehicle
Join Our Team:

If you believe you possess the qualities necessary for this role, we encourage you to complete our mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you.

Kids In Distress is committed to fostering diversity and maintaining a drug-free workplace.



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