EDUCATION ADVOCATE
Company: First Place for Youth
Location: Brisbane
Posted on: October 4, 2024
Job Description:
Are you dedicated to empowering and supporting youth, regardless
of their background? We're searching for passionate individuals to
make a positive impact on the lives of foster youth. Become an
integral part of their transformative journey and join the First
Place for Youth team. About First Place for Youth, Were a leading
non-profit organization dedicated to supporting foster youth in
their transition to adulthood, with a focus on education,
employment, and housing. We believe that all young people deserve
the opportunity to thrive and lead successful, independent lives.
Our comprehensive programs empower foster youth to overcome the
unique challenges they face and build the skills, confidence, and
connections they need to succeed. Why Work at First Place For
Youth:
- Meaningful Impact:? Help to transform the lives of foster youth
on the cusp of adulthood. Your role will support them in their
journey to conquer challenges, achieve independence, and fulfill
their aspirations.
- Innovative Approach: We thrive on innovation, pushing the
boundaries of foster care support. Your voice here matters, and
youll contribute to programs that redefine the futures of these
young lives.
- Collaborative and Supportive Environment: Embrace a dynamic and
supportive workplace, where every team member is valued. Together,
we're a force dedicated to uplifting youth. Expect professional
growth, fueled by teamwork and collaboration.
- Comprehensive Benefits: We value the well-being of our
employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package. From health
and wellness benefits to retirement plans, we ensure that our team
members are taken care of so they can focus on their important work
supporting foster youth.
- Culture of Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate diversity in
every form. At First Place for Youth, inclusivity reigns, creating
a workplace where all voices are heard, respected, and
empowered.POSITION SUMMARY: Education Advocate focuses on
stabilizing in-care foster youth with the goal of helping
participants achieve their high school diploma and continue on to
post-secondary education. The Education Advocate plays a critical
role in supporting a young person as they deal with the excitement,
rigors and uncertainty of adulthood and departure from foster care.
This position works closely with providers, such as social workers,
attorneys, group home personnel, teachers, mental health clinicians
and administrators to ensure participants successfully obtain their
high school diploma. Critical youth objectives are attaining a high
school diploma, identifying permanent connections, enrolling in
post-secondary education as well as exploring vocational training
and end employment opportunities. The Education Advocate
facilitates groups while working with the primary providers in each
participants life to bring about a successful and smooth transition
from high school. This position is on-site at SF ILSP location from
10:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m. DUTIES + RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ability to build and maintain trusting relationships with high
school students and community partners.
- Conduct individual case management meetings to assistant
participants with identifying and progressing towards short term
goals that focus on achieving outcomes in the areas of education,
employment, stable housing, parenting, relationships and overall
health.
- Create and facilitate ongoing workshops that address a myriad
of topics that support educational progress.
- Attend IEP meetings and other collaborative meetings to ensure
participants are progressing towards identified educational
goals.
- Coordinate and facilitate collaborative meetings that include
pertinent service providers to advocate for clients needs regarding
their educational and program goals.
- Assist participants with identifying supportive connections in
their life to aid in the successful achievement of their program
goals and to strengthen their support network as they transition
towards independence.
- Coordinate with referral agencies, identify community
resources, track participants progress, and develop creative
interventions that allow participants to practice and strengthen
their independent living skills.
- Attend weekly program meetings, monthly agency staff meetings,
and individual weekly supervision with Senior Program Manager-SF
ILSP.
- Enter all data on time and efficiently to support program
evaluation and outcomes tracking.
- Ensure proper and timely documentation of services including
written case notes.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across the organization
and within respective department.
- Other duties as assigned. Qualifications:
- Masters degree in related field preferred. Bachelors degree
required.
- Three years of experience working with at-risk youth,
preferably current and former foster youth.
- Ability to lead teams and hold internal and external members
accountable.
- Understanding of how the child welfare system operates, and
roles and responsibilities within the child welfare system.
- Excellent knowledge of education and employment resources for
youth in the Bay Area.
- General knowledge of the issues facing transitioning foster
youth.
- Experience in youth development model, asset-based relationship
building, and experience in motivating youth.
- Willingness to work collaboratively, but with the capacity to
work independently.
- A dependable car, valid drivers license, and proof of
insurance.
- Computer Skills Proficiency with current MS Office suite
applications including Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint, Project
and Outlook. Experience with database systems
- Strong Communication Skills Exceptional oral and written
communication skills including the demonstrated ability to
research, assimilate, and analyze information, compose engaging
messages, and present data in a clear and inspiring manner.
- Availability for occasional evening and weekend work and some
travel as needed.
- Commitment to cultural competency and diversity Deep commitment
to social justice and systems change that addresses barriers based
on race, ethnicity, sexual orientation or gender identity. Benefits
- 15 days of vacation time in the first year
- 12 days of sick time
- 2 floating holidays
- 15 paid holidays
- Employees choice of Kaiser or UCH HMO/PPO with up to 90% of the
premium covered by First Place on certain plans
- Principal dental and vision coverage with up to 90% of the
premium covered by First Place
- Paid baby bonding leave
- Healthcare and Dependent care FSA plans
- Principal basic life and voluntary life insurance coverage
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching contributions
- Annual reimbursement for continuing education
- Paid sabbatical
- Paid maternity and paternity leave*We do not offer relocation
assistance Local candidates preferred*Pay will be determined based
on Education and Experience. If you are passionate about making a
difference in the lives of transition age foster youth and want to
join a dynamic and impactful organization, we invite you to apply.
Together, let's empower transition age foster youth to achieve
their dreams and build a brighter future. To learn more about First
Place For Youth and view our current job openings, please visit our
website at .We are unable to sponsor work visas now or in the
future. First Place will consider qualified applicants with a
criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, the
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and applicable law. You do not
need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a
background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. Find
out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the California Civil
Rights Department webpage or reviewing provide by the City of San
Francisco. For additional information regarding your rights, please
also review the Compensation details: 56440-68786 Yearly
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