Family Advocate

Family Advocate: FT, 46 wks/yr. Beginning August 17,2009. Min quals: B.S.. in social work, psych, fam. studies, or related field and 2 yrs. relevant exp. Responsible for case mgt. through office and home visits for assigned families, including support of center parent committee officers, assisting in recruitment and enrollment, and consulting with head teachers. Must be able to relate well with a variety of families. Experience with immigrant population desired.

Offer is contingent upon results of a post-offer health exam, including a TB test to declare free from communicable disease.

Offer is contingent upon the results of a criminal offender information record check and, possibly, fingerprinting. Must be successfully enrolled in Oregon's Child Care Criminal History Registry. Must have reliable transportation and clean driving record.

Send letter of interest and resume to Lena Avakyan, Family Services Coordinator, Neighborhood House,Inc., 7780 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland, OR 97219, [email protected]. Position closes August 11,2009. EEO.