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FAMILY PEER ADVOCATE ($2,500 SIGN-ON BONUS)
Full Time/Part TimeRegular Full Time
Total Hours Per Week35
From Salary$37,000
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Job Summary:
The Family Peer Support Advocate (FPA) in the Family Support Network (FSN) offers an array of services and supports to families that have a child with social, behavioral, emotional, and health and/or developmental needs.

Duties & Responsibilities:

THIS POSITION HAS A $2,500 SIGN ON BONUS

The Family Peer Support Advocate (FPA) will provide six Family Support Services: engagement, bridging and transition support, community connections and natural supports, self-advocacy and empowerment, parent skill development, and promoting effective family driven practice. This position assists the FPN program in providing services to families in the areas where support and advocacy is needed, but do not require the full services of the Care Manager. Duties include escorting, advocacy, assisting families to access community resources, and family support. Accompaniment and transportation of children and families are essential components of the position.

Education & Experience

Family Peer Support will be delivered by a New York State Credentialed Family Peer Advocate (FPA). To be eligible for the FPA Credential, the individual must demonstrate ‘lived experience’ as 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 healthcare needs. At a minimum, have a high school diploma, high school equivalency preferred or a State Education Commencement Credential. A valid driver's license is required. Bilingual (Spanish/English) is required. 
Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties for this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate clearly and effectively.  The employee is required to stand; use mobility, handle, or feel and reach.   The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel or crouch.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.