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Family Resource Network Family Peer Advocate- Hybrid in Oneonta, New York
The Family Resource Network is now offering the following employment opportunity- Family Peer Advocate <p> Position offers $17.00 per hour, plus mileage reimbursement. Salary will increase after credentialing. Family Peer Advocates have 'lived-experience' as the parent (biological, foster, adoptive) or primary caregiver of a child/youth with a social, emotional, behavioral, mental health or developmental disability. They receive training to develop skills and strategies to empower other families. They foster effective parent-professional partnerships and promote the practice of family-driven and youth-guided approaches. Lived experience is extremely valuable when working with families in need of resources, support and advocacy.<p> Applicant must:<br> <li>Possess excellent organizational and communication skills <li> Complete progress notes in a timely manner <li> Conduct home visits with families to identify need <li> Submit to a background/fingerprint check (at no cost to applicant) <li> Have experience advocating within the service systems (i.e. Mental Health, Special Education, DSS, Juvenile Justice, SPOA, Foster Care) <li> Have working knowledge of Microsoft Office software<p> All applicants should submit a resume with a cover letter describing your personal lived experience of being a parent or guardian of a child with a social, emotional, behavioral, mental health or developmental disability. High School Diploma or Equivalent required. <p> Benefits: Flexible schedule, Paid time off<p> Please call the Family Resource Network at 432-0001 with questions or for more information on how to apply.