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Family Peer Advocate - Monroe

Children's Home of Wyoming Conference
Posted a month ago, valid for 21 days
Location

Penfield, NY, US

Salary

$19 - $21 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance
Flexible Spending Account
Employee Discounts

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  • The Family Peer Advocate role offers a salary of $18-20 per hour and is available for both full-time and part-time positions.
  • Candidates must be a parent or guardian of a child involved with service providers or facing various challenges, and should have personal experience navigating child-serving systems.
  • A minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required, along with the NYS Family Peer Advocate credential to be obtained within 30 days of employment.
  • Responsibilities include fostering parent-child relationships, providing transportation, and advocating for families in collaboration with community agencies.
  • Benefits include student loan reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and health insurance for full-time employees.
Serving with Compassion, Creativity, and Consistency.

 

$19-21 an hour
Full Time and Part Time available

 

Position Summary: This role is based on personal experience, not educational or professional qualifications. Applicants must be the PARENT or Guardian of a child involved with service providers (e.g., DSS, CPS, mental health, OPWDD, substance abuse) or facing challenges like behavioral issues, IEPs, or placement.

 

The Family Peer Advocate provides support to families raising a child who is experiencing social, emotional, medical, developmental, substance use, or behavioral challenges in their home, school, placement, or community. The Family Peer Advocate engages in a structured strength-based relationship with the parent or caregiver for the benefit of the child. Services are delivered in a trauma informed, culturally and linguistically competent manner. The Family Peer Advocate is an integral part of the CFTSS team.

 

Responsibilities:
  • Foster the growth of the parent-child relationship in alignment with the plan and the agency's family-centered practice philosophy.
  • Provide safe and reliable transportation for youth, families, and Children's Home affiliates as required by the program. Educate parents and caregivers on navigating and utilizing public transportation.
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with the families.
  • Collaborate with and advocate for families alongside community agencies.
  • Support parents and caregivers in ensuring the safety and well-being of at-risk children through strength-based interventions and collaboration.
  • Work to reduce feelings of stigma and isolation within families, and promptly communicate any concerns to the supervisor.

 

Requirements

Education
  • Minimum High School Diploma or GED required.
  • NYS Family Peer Advocate credential is required within 30 days of employment.
Experience
  • Must be a Parent or primary caregiver who has navigated multiple child serving systems on behalf of their child(ren) with social emotional, developmental, health and/or behavioral health care needs
  • Driver's License and ability to maintain insurance throughout employment ​required

 

Benefits

Benefits available to all staff:
  • Student Loan and Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Discounts at the Southern Tier Community Center
  • Opportunities for Professional Development
Full Time Benefits:
  • Agency-Paid CEUs, License Prep Course, and License Exam
  • 403(b) with 6% employer contribution
  • PTO plus 9 paid holidays
  • Childcare Reimbursement
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with HSA/FSA Accounts)
  • Life Insurance

EEO Statement: Children's Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.




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