Education Advocate
Company: First Place for Youth
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: October 3, 2024
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Job Description:
First Place For Youth-Join Our Team Video!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, We're 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
you'll 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:
Master's degree in related field preferred. Bachelor's 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 driver's 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
systemsStrong 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. Benefits15 days of vacation time in
the first year12 days of sick time2 floating holidays15 paid
holidaysEmployee's choice of Kaiser or UCH HMO/PPO with up to 90%
of the premium covered by First Place on certain plansPrincipal
dental and vision coverage with up to 90% of the premium covered by
First PlacePaid baby bonding leaveHealthcare and Dependent care FSA
plansPrincipal basic life and voluntary life insurance
coverageEmployee Assistance Program401(k) retirement savings plan
with matching contributionsAnnual reimbursement for continuing
educationPaid sabbaticalPaid 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
www.firstplaceforyouth.org/careers.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 Fair Chance Act webpage or
reviewing this guidance provide by the City of San Francisco. For
additional information regarding your rights, please also review
the Summary of Your Rights Under the FCRA.Compensation details:
56440-68786 Yearly SalaryPIe46cd768f195-25660-35705329
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