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Family Advocate

The Jewish Board

Queens, NY
1 month ago

Job Description

Join the Youth Assertive Community Treatment team as a Family Advocate, where you'll support families and children facing significant behavioral health challenges. Your role will involve providing individualized services, psychoeducation, and advocacy to help families navigate their challenges and access the care they need.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide advocacy with providers across the child-serving system
  • Educate families about self-help techniques and processes
  • Provide psychoeducation to family members
  • Support families in managing their children's behaviors
  • Collaborate with care providers to track family progress
  • Document services provided and maintain professional standards

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or Equivalency
  • Specialty credentialing in advocacy (can be obtained during probationary period)
  • Lived experience in parenting a child with serious emotional disturbance or mental health challenges
  • Ability to work with diverse social, cultural, economic groups
  • Background in advocating for mental health or in the educational system

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bilingual in Spanish/English