Family Support Advocate

Lifesteps • Beaver, PA

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About The Position

Lifesteps, a local non-profit agency, 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 a Plan of Safe Care, assesses infant safety and monitors developmental stages, and provides parents with guidance, education, and referrals to help achieve positive support outcomes for each family receiving services.

The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with occasional evening hours based on program needs. Business travel using a personal vehicle is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with 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.
• Offer parents guidance, education, and referrals as appropriate to support positive outcomes for families.

Benefits

• 100% paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums.
• Paid vacation, sick, and personal time.
• 12 paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

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