Family Support Advocate

Lifesteps, Inc.•Vanport Township, PA

7d•$19 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Lifesteps is seeking a full-time Family Support Advocate (Specialist) based in Beaver, Pennsylvania. The Family Support Specialist coordinates enrollment and provides services to mothers referred by Children and Youth Services (CYS) in Beaver County. The role collaborates with mothers to create and update Plans of Safe Care, assesses infant safety and monitors developmental stages, and provides parents with guidance, education, and referrals as appropriate to support positive outcomes for each family served. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with occasional evening hours based on program needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to articulate information to a diverse audience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Current driver’s license and ability to travel for business using a personal vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
Prior experience working in a human services profession.
Knowledge of child development, trauma-informed care, drug or alcohol counseling, or infant care.
Experience with family units in a home-based setting.

Responsibilities

Coordinate enrollment and provide services to mothers referred by Children and Youth Services in Beaver County.
Create and update a Plan of Safe Care in collaboration with the mother.
Assess infant safety and monitor infant developmental stages.
Provide parents with guidance, education, and referrals as appropriate to support positive outcomes for families.