Why work with YWCA Seattle King Snohomish?

YWCA SKS is the region’s largest non-profit organization with a 120+ year legacy, focused on the needs of women, with programs serving 7,000 people each year. When you work with YWCA, you make a difference.

We’re women and BIPOC-led, family-centered, and supportive of employees. As a full-time YWCA employee (30+ hours), you’ll enjoy a benefits package including medical insurance, generous vacation, holiday, sick leave plans, and an outstanding retirement plan. Put your passion for racial equity and social justice to work – apply today!

What You'll Do

The Project Reunite Family Advocate will complete intakes and eligibility criteria for our transitional housing program. The Family Advocate will provide structured, goal-oriented casework for families in the program that are currently in the DCFY system working towards family reunification. They will provide supportive services for family member(s) overcoming substance use disorder challenges, as well as other supportive services, while in our transitional housing program.

What You'll Do
The Project Reunite Family Advocate will complete intakes and eligibility criteria for our transitional housing program. The Family Advocate will provide structured, goal-oriented casework for families in the program that are currently in the DCFY system working towards family reunification. They will provide supportive services for family member(s) overcoming substance use disorder challenges, as well as other supportive services, while in our transitional housing program.

Expectations of your role:

Casework

Provides casework for transitional housing clients at Trinity Place site with level of contact at the designated number of hours per week per client

Assesses the physical, emotional, educational and emergency needs of clients with the goals of emotional and economic stability

Assists clients to determine, develop and carry out individual goals with an emphasis on self-sufficiency and monitors sobriety goals.

Assists clients to form short and long range financial plans and a realistic budget

Assists clients in following program guidelines

Assists clients to become knowledgeable of appropriate financial resources

Arranges necessary contracts, letters or communications with other agencies or individuals to assist clients in securing income, emotional and housing stability

Networks with other service providers to advocate for clients and establish suitable referral systems

Provides follow-up case management for exited clients, including tracking for up to 6 months

Must have's to be successful:

A minimum of two years of direct social service experience working with low-income and/or homeless families.

Knowledge of affordable public and private housing resources in Snohomish County.

Must have a valid Washington State driver's license, reliable transportation, and insurance

Knowledge of and experience as a service provider with any of the following: crisis intervention, victims of domestic violence, child abuse, substance abuse, mental health, welfare rights, case management, sexual assault, employment services, child development, and positive parenting skills

Hours, Rate, and Benefits

Hourly Rate/Salary: $23.00-$25.00

Hours: 40 hours per week

Excellent benefits package including medical insurance, retirement plan, plus generous vacation, holiday, and sick leave plans

At the time of hire, employees may enroll voluntarily in the Fidelity 403b Plan

After two years of employment, employees are eligible to participate in the YWCA Retirement Fund

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to lift up to 30 pounds

Ability to conduct in home visits with clients in a multi-level apartment complex

YWCA encourages applicants with a variety of experiences to apply!

At YWCA, we recognize that lived expertise is a powerful asset. This refers to the insights, knowledge, and skills developed by those who have navigated systems and experienced inequity.

Valuing lived expertise helps build trust with program participants, develop culturally responsive programs, and break down barriers to equity. It enriches our collective understanding and enhances our ability to serve communities that are furthest from opportunity.

Mental Health Considerations

All employees of the YWCA interact with clients who have experienced or are experiencing trauma in various forms, including but not limited to, racial trauma, domestic violence, sexual violence, homelessness, unemployment, and financial hardship. As a result, employees are at risk of secondary trauma. We encourage employees to seek support inside and outside the workplace and maintain self-care routines.

Equal Opportunity Employment

YWCA Seattle King Snohomish is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To read more about this, view the EEO is the Law Poster and this EEO is the Law Poster Supplement.

For more information

Family Advocate, Project Reunite (copy)