Family Advocate

Job Details: Job Location: Southwest HS-EHS - Indianapolis, IN, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $46000.00Salary, The Family Advocate partners with families to support children's healthy development, school readiness, and family well-being. This role builds strong relationships with families, connects them to community resources, promotes parent engagement, and helps families achieve self-identified goals.Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain positive partnerships with families. Support children's school readiness through parent engagement, home visits, and family activities. Assist families in accessing education, employment, housing, health, and community resources. Provide case management and support for families with specialized needs. Conduct recruitment, enrollment, attendance follow-up, and retention activities. Maintain accurate records, case notes, and required documentation. Collaborate with education, health, disabilities, and community partners to ensure comprehensive services. Support family leadership opportunities and family engagement events.Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Education, or a related field required. Master's degree and/or social work experience preferred. Experience working with diverse, low-income families preferred. Strong communication, organization, and computer skills. Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel locally. Ability to pass required background screening and physical examination.