Family Advocate

America Works of New York • New York, NY

12h • $50,000 - $50,000

About The Position

A socially-conscious company is seeking a Family Advocate for a Family Enrichment Center in Morningside/Hamilton Heights. The ideal candidate is self-motivated with skills in outreach, relationship-building, and has experience working directly with families and underserved communities.

Requirements

• Minimum of Bachelor's Degree and three (3) years professional experience or HS Diploma and five (5) years professional experience in similar community programs
• Availability to work occasional evenings or weekends as needed
• Knowledge of and/or lived experience in the Morningside/Hamilton Heights area preferred
• Outstanding people/interpersonal skills
• Experience and/or passion for serving individuals from disadvantaged and underserved populations, including but not limited to public assistance recipients, justice-involved individuals, persons with physical and/or mental disabilities, and individuals experiencing homelessness
• Strong communication skills, professional demeanor, sound judgment, and strong organizational skills

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply
• Experience caring for children (as a parent, guardian, relative, neighbor, or babysitter)
• Outreach and canvassing skills/experience preferred
• Knowledge of Canva and social media management tools a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Salesforce, Microsoft Teams, and SharePoint preferred

Responsibilities

• Engage in outreach to parents, children, and other community members to encourage them to visit the Family Enrichment Center (FEC).
• Help parents, children, and other community members connect to local resources, services, and other supports.
• Use Appreciative Inquity and other strength-based tools to engage community members in co-designing offerings.
• Create monthly calendars, website content, and other outreach tools to promote and document offerings.
• Increase awareness of the program among the general public and local community
• Interact and greet visitors, including new and current participants, partners, and other stakeholders
• Model professionalism and inclusiveness, cultivate a safe environment for career development, and motivated clients to find full-time employment

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Package
• 401K Matching After 1 Year
• Free Gym Membership at NYSC After 1 Year
• Wonderful team, great work-life balance, and an opportunity to work towards an important mission of helping individuals achieve self-sufficiency

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level