Education Advocate

Duties and Responsibilites -

Responsible for supporting children and non-offending parent or caregivers in cases where a child has been traumatized by sexual or physical abuse, has witnessed or experienced a violent crime or other trauma.

Must have working knowledge of community resources, a knowledge of child abuse issues & child development and possess the ability to work with an interdisciplinary team.

Establish a trusting relationship with these families by initiating regular client contact, provide emotional support and assist the family in coping with the realities and complexities of recovering from trauma

Connect the child and family with appropriate resources within the community and act as liaison for the child and family identifying housing, education and financial needs

Assist parents in making appointments for doctors and social services agencies

Treats clients effectively without regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, social class, environment, or religion

Discuss with clients and families compensation for victims and how to access funds – assist with filing applications as needed

Distribute client satisfaction surveys

Education Component – maintain certifications for training curriculum as requested

Upon request from school, daycare, church or social club – prepare to present the applicable program for that group (with/without a volunteer)

Follow up after presentation for questions

Assist with day to day operations as requested by ED and provide support to all staff.

Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Social work/ Psychology/Child Development or other related field.

Supervisory Relationships

Supervised by Executive Director

Skills and Knowledge Required

Possess a working knowledge of community resources including child protective services, the criminal justice system, a knowledge of child abuse and child development and the ability to work with an interdisciplinary team

Prior Experience Preferred

Two years in the field of social services, mental health, criminal justice, clinical evaluation, forensic interviewing or other comparable work with children

Personal Qualities

Ability to work as a team, relate to children of all ages in a positive manner and be able to relate appropriately to families and children who are experiencing emotionally challenging situations. Exhibits commitment, cooperation, excellence, inclusiveness, integrity and respect

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $37,000.00 - $39,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

Johnson City, TN 37601: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $37,000.00 - $39,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Johnson City, TN: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person