Job
Family Advocate
| Location | San Francisco, CA 94102 |
| Date Posted | January 18, 2025 |
| Job ID | 12504 |
| Employment Type | Direct Hire |
Scion Nonprofit Staffing, an award-winning full-service staffing firm, has been engaged to lead the search for a Family Advocate on behalf of our client—a mission-driven organization committed to supporting low-income families, children, and women in San Francisco. This full-time, onsite role is available immediately and is open to qualified candidates residing in the greater San Francisco area.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Family Advocate will deliver holistic support and advocacy services to women and children within the community. This position focuses on assessing client needs, creating tailored service plans, and linking families to essential resources that foster their well-being and independence.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
In addition to working for an organization with a phenomenal mission and a positive team-oriented work environment, the salary for this role is $75,000.
TO APPLY:
For immediate consideration, submit your resume and cover letter (formatted in MS Word), sharing more about your experience and interest in this role via: https://scionnonprofitstaffing.com/job/12504
ABOUT OUR FIRM:
Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an award-winning national nonprofit recruitment and staffing specialist for nonprofit organizations, foundations, associations, and educational institutions! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals supporting incredible missions and programs. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire nonprofit recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing.
We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm and our practices can be found online. Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent.
For opportunities located in a region that has enacted fair chance, arrest, or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Nonprofit Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Family Advocate will deliver holistic support and advocacy services to women and children within the community. This position focuses on assessing client needs, creating tailored service plans, and linking families to essential resources that foster their well-being and independence.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform comprehensive evaluations to determine the needs of women and children seeking support.
- Collaborate with clients to create and execute personalized service plans.
- Deliver consistent case management, including routine follow-ups to track progress and modify plans as needed.
- Link clients to suitable community resources, including housing, employment, healthcare, and educational opportunities.
- Stay informed about available services and programs within the community to provide relevant support.
- Advocate for clients to ensure they have access to essential services and assistance.
- Equip clients with knowledge and tools to independently navigate systems and resources.
- Contribute to the creation and facilitation of programs and workshops that address community needs.
- Partner with staff to improve existing services and identify opportunities for program expansion.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with community partners and service providers.
- Represent the organization at community events and meetings, promoting the organization's mission and offerings.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related discipline; a Master’s degree is highly desirable.
- At least 5 years of professional experience in family advocacy, social services, or a comparable field.
- Proven experience supporting diverse populations, with a focus on low-income families and children.
- In-depth knowledge of community resources and social service networks.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities.
- Capability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team setting.
- Proficiency in case management and accurate documentation practices.
- Bilingual proficiency is an asset.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
In addition to working for an organization with a phenomenal mission and a positive team-oriented work environment, the salary for this role is $75,000.
TO APPLY:
For immediate consideration, submit your resume and cover letter (formatted in MS Word), sharing more about your experience and interest in this role via: https://scionnonprofitstaffing.com/job/12504
ABOUT OUR FIRM:
Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an award-winning national nonprofit recruitment and staffing specialist for nonprofit organizations, foundations, associations, and educational institutions! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals supporting incredible missions and programs. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire nonprofit recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing.
We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm and our practices can be found online. Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent.
For opportunities located in a region that has enacted fair chance, arrest, or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Nonprofit Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.
