W&E - FAMILY ADVOCATE - 2

Human Resources • Gates, OR

20h • Hybrid

About The Position

Provides case coordination and direct client services assisting clients achieve self-sufficiency.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, plus specialized courses in social work, counseling, or related field and one year experience working with adults in a counseling or teaching capacity or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Thorough knowledge of appropriate counseling practices; ability to interview, provides assessment, guidance, and counseling.
• Ability to develop good working relationships with community resources, parents, and staff team members.
• Must possess knowledge of assessments, community resources, outreach, partnership development and relevant business practices.
• Ability to effectively interpret program requirements, obtain, and record accurate information related to participant eligibility, meet and deal with the public, peers, managers, and supervisors; communicate verbally and in writing; and handle stressful situations.
• Behavior positively reflects on agency and workplace.
• Maintains confidentiality of client and agency information.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills.
• Must pass a criminal history background investigation; however, a conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual from this classification.
• Valid Oregon driver’s license, maintain minimum liability auto insurance and insurable driving record to operate vehicle on agency business.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements family action plans by conducting home visits to maximize successful completion of program objectives.
• Works as a team member with partner agencies to assist clients locate affordable housing.
• Maintains contact, provides and encourages parent training and support. Provides information, counseling, and referrals on family-related problems and concerns.
• Manages participant case load, maintains complete and accurate required family files, forms, and records within allotted timelines to document and track family needs and services provided. Monitors site tracking system and provides monthly cycle reports.
• Monitors and coordinates requirements for all families on assigned case load. Initiates and facilitates external agency and family staffing as needed.
• Provides participation, coordination, content development and training for families during scheduled meetings to assure attainment of all training goals. Facilitates and coordinates staff meetings as assigned.
• Provides recruitment, selection and enrollment of clients; coordinates and participates in all related functions.
• Drive defensively adhering to all federal, state, and local laws while commuting to locations throughout Linn Benton and Lincoln Counties.
• Follow agency personnel and safety procedures.
• Consistently maintains a professional and courteous manner and an ability to work effectively and harmoniously with other employees and the general public.
• Regular attendance and punctuality are a requirement of this position.
• Accepts and performs other work as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED