COMMUNITY ADVOCATE at Family Service League Inc. – Huntington Station, New York

Established in 1926, Family Service League is a social services agency transforming lives and communities through mental health, addiction, housing, and essential human services with more than 60 social service programs in over 20 locations.

SCHEDULE

Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 9:00am-5:00pm

Wed 12:00pm-8:00pm

Schedule may change as needed

SUMMARY

Family Service League is seeking a Full-Time Community Advocate to provide individuals and families with links to resources, financial assistance, and referrals through the Huntington Family Center. The Community Advocate will be responsible for assisting with applications for housing, DSS programs, and identifying eligibility for services available through the community.

We offer a generous benefits package including the following:

Health and Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Retirement Savings Plan with a 5% employer contribution

Life and AD&D Insurance

Generous PTO (paid time off)

Up to 11 paid Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Student Tuition Remission Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Employee Discounts and more!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Meet with individuals and families to determine service eligibility.
• The Community Advocate will provide assistance with completing applications for benefits and services.
• Provide referrals for other service providers.
• Arrange access to food, emergency assistance, school supplies, toys, and clothing.
• The Community Advocate will participate in community meetings.
• Conduct home visits as needed.
• Document contacts with and on behalf of clients.
• Complete and submit all monthly reporting in EHR.
• The Community Advocate will document all client contacts.
• Develop and maintain relationships with other service providers.
• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate's degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.

A minimum of two years related experience required.

Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills required.

Computer proficiency, including Microsoft office required.

Bilingual in Spanish highly preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position often requires sitting and working at a computer for extended periods of time.

May need to lift up to 25 lbs.