Family Advocate

Devereux•Daytona Beach, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Devereux Florida is hiring a field-based Family Advocate to provide intervention services to families in crisis referred by the Department of Children and Families. The role supports the organization’s efforts to prevent children from entering foster care, reduce abuse, neglect, and abandonment, and help parents build a trusted support system. Working alongside Case Managers, the Family Advocate implements Safety Services and Support Plans through direct, in-home and community-based support for parents and children. The position helps families manage and reduce danger threats, respond to crises, develop practical parenting and life skills, and connect with essential community resources. It also provides transportation to appointments when appropriate. Services are based out of Daytona, Florida, and are provided throughout Volusia County. The position is full-time with a flexible schedule and is not a 9-to-5 role. Pay starts at $17.50–$19.95 per hour, based on education and relevant experience. The position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $2,000.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of experience working with at-risk children and families, child welfare, case management, social work, direct support, or a related area.
Valid, unrestricted driver's license.
Must be at least 21 years old.
Ability to complete a three-day new-hire orientation via MS Teams, approximately 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day.
Flexibility to train and/or provide coverage at other Family Builders work locations, such as Deland, Daytona Beach, or Palatka, Florida.
Ability to pass pre-employment medical screenings, including drug and TB tests.
Ability to pass a Level 2 background screening with the State of Florida.

Responsibilities

Provide immediate family engagement and hands-on assistance to manage and reduce danger threats in the home.
Provide reliable support as part of a 24/7 crisis response approach.
Deliver practical skills training and guidance to parents using a professional, team-oriented approach.
Connect families with resources such as food, housing, clothing, medical care, daycare, and counseling.
Provide transportation to essential appointments when appropriate.
Work with Case Managers to implement Safety Services and Support Plans through in-home and community-based services.
Provide field-based services throughout Volusia County and, if needed, train or provide coverage at other Family Builders locations.

Benefits

Up to 24 PTO days per year, increasing with service.
Up to 64 hours of sick time.
Low-cost medical, dental, and vision coverage.
403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit.
ASCEND Tuition Program.
Student loan repayment assistance.
Payactiv access to earned wages early.
Employee Assistance Program and discounts.
Prescription drug, preventative care, telemedicine, and mental health services for eligible employees.
Tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
Voluntary/employee-paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
Benefits available to eligible employees after 30 days of employment.
Potential sign-on bonus of up to $2,000.