Parent Advocate
The Child Center of NY
Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Queens, NY
Salary:
$40,000
-
$50,000
per hour
Contract type: Full time
Summary:
The Parent Advocate is responsible for serving as a liaison for parents who need assistance to
complete applications and other forms related to benefits and services.
We Offer:
The Parent Advocate is responsible for serving as a liaison for parents who need assistance to
complete applications and other forms related to benefits and services.
We Offer:
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Pension and Employer Contribution
- Flexible Spending and Commuter Benefits Accounts
- Employer paid short-term & long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Work with clients who need assistance in areas such as housing, public assistance,
- Medicaid, schools and the juvenile justice system. Represents the agency at various
- councils, committees and with other agencies, according to program needs.
- Provide translation services, when needed and possible.
- Organize and lead parent self-help and advocacy groups and coordinate efforts with
- other service providers and networks.
- Provides childcare/supervision while parents are involved in program services.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- High School Diploma or equivalency.
- 1 year of experience working with children and families.
- Some experience either paid or as volunteer in helping children and parents.
- Ability to work in diverse social, cultural, and economic groups.
- Good communication and listening skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Ability to plan and carry out assignments.
- Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines and multi-task.
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