Family Advocate

Work Environment: This role is expected to work a regularly scheduled 20 hours/week both onsite and in the community. Position includes some evening hours.

Position Summary:   The Family Advocate is responsible for five areas related to the care of teen mamas and their kiddos: relationship development; resource navigation; goal setting and attainment; group facilitation/support; and program events. Family Advocates also develop relationships in the community to expand support/growth options for Grace’s Table participants. Family Advocates oversee the volunteer mentors who work with the mamas in their caseload.

Responsibilities

• Develop community resource and goal attainment plans with mamas on your case load.
• Regularly meet and communicate with mamas on your case load to build relationships and support their goals.
• Complete routine charting in case management system related to mamas on your case load and/or attend groups.
• Coordinate and facilitate weekly groups as assigned.
• Manage the transition process for mamas approaching graduation from GT. 
• Collaborate with Grace’s Table team to identify areas of concern/opportunity and solutions.
• Assist in the creation of and the execution of special events.
• Provide leadership and guidance for GT staff and volunteers serving during program activities.
• Conduct program intake meetings, as needed.

Skills and Attributes: 

• Strong group facilitation skills  
• Strong leadership and critical thinking skills 
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with new mamas and community partners 
• Demonstrate the ability to work in a team and work independently  
• Familiar and comfortable using multiple social media platforms 
• Be a champion of the values of Grace's Table throughout the organization and in the community 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience 
• Two years of case management or program facilitation is preferred 
• Bi-lingual/Spanish-speaking preferred 
• Experience working with at-risk populations is preferred 
• Must pass rigorous background checks 
• Valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance 

Physical Demands:  

• Physical requirements include a typical office environment including sitting at a computer screen and exerting up to 30 pounds of force occasionally.  
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.  
• Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach. 
• The job entails standing for periods of time. 

Benefits:  

• 60 hours of vacation  
• 10 Paid Holidays and Generous Sick Policy   
• Wellness Stipend; EAP  
• Simple IRA with up to 3% Match

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to info@gracestable.com with the subject line, ‘Family Advocate Position’. Our target start date for this role is
January 2, 2026.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience working with at-risk populations?

Experience:

• of case management or program facilitation: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $21