Parent Advocate (Bilingual Spanish Speaking)

Program: SUFFOLK COUNTY PREVENTIVE SERVICES

Basic Function of Position: To provide support and assistance to Preventive Services families who are participating the program.

Responsibilities:

*Work as an advocate for the preventive services clients and families 

*Help teach parenting skills § Help parents identify neighborhood resources

*Collaborate with caseworkers

*Regularly report on all activities preformed for and/or with clients

*Provide support to the families in the program

*Assist families in connecting with community programs

*Assist in emergency situation

*Plan recreational activities with the clients

*On-Call 24/7 for emergency/crisis situations. Work Cell phone will be provided and must be in on at all times

Qualifications:

*High School Diploma 

*Experience with social services 

*Bilingual, Spanish Speaking is Required

*Valid NYS drivers license

In addition, employees need to possess the following characteristics:
· Be team players.

· Have a strong sensitivity to cultural differences present among staff and clients within our organization.

· Possess a strong belief in people’s ability to grow and change; forge a mutually respectful partnership with persons served and their families.

· Ability to set limits and maintain helping role of practitioner and to intervene appropriately.