Family Advocate

The Center for Alternative Sentencing and Employment Services (CASES)

. Empower families to develop and meet goals that support family function .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $62,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates the ability to empower families by providing support and resources, while effectively collaborating with team members and external stakeholders. Proficient in navigating systems and maintaining strong communication to facilitate positive change for families and young adults.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bilingual English/SpanishValid Driver's LicenseFDC or FPA CredentialStrong Communication SkillsExperience Working with Families

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Soft Skills

Passion for Working with FamiliesWillingness to Work in the FieldBelief in Capacity for Change

Certifications & Qualifications

FDC CredentialFPA Credential

Industry Keywords

Benefits AssistanceHousing IssuesResource GuidesCollaboration with StakeholdersCriminal Legal System

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Empower families to develop and meet goals that support family function
Accompany and support families with benefits assistance, housing issues, vital documents, and related needs
Develop and maintain resource guides for families
Collaborate with ACES team members to communicate information
Connect parents and caregivers to appropriate resources
Enter data and notes at the end of each workday
Collaborate with external stakeholders providing services to participants and families
Participate in weekly in-person supervision
Attend weekly in-person team meetings
Follow the program dress code

Requirements

What you’ll need

Valid driver's license
Bilingual English/Spanish
Deep passion for working with families and young adults impacted by the criminal legal system
Willingness to be in the field alongside youth workers and alone
Belief that participants, families, community members and team members have the ability and capacity for change
FDC or FPA credential OR commensurate experience, including being a primary caregiver and navigating systems
Strong communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
Vacation and Paid Time Off – starting at 25 days annually
Additional summer self-care day
12 paid holidays per year
Retirement 403b
Competitive matching up to 6%
Employee Referral Program