Child Advocate - FT Days - Laredo

Find your calling at Mercy! Under general direction of the Mercy Child Advocacy Center Director and Supervisor Clinical Services, adhere to principles of Service Excellence and the Philosophy and Mission of Mercy Health Center in all aspects of job performance.

Excellent organization and communication skills. Ability to work with many different professions. Previous experience in the area of child welfare preferred. Must have flexible nature. To reduce systematic trauma to children and their families. To advocate for successful case resolutions for children. To empower non-offending significant others. To influence institutions / others towards better treatment of child sexual abuse issues. The advocate is also responsible for maintaining contact with the child and family if possible. Supporting the child in court and logging information into the NCATrak database. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards. Position Details :

Education : Bachelor's Degree or BS in social work or related field.

Licensure : BS degree.

Other skills and knowledge : Maintain collaborative working relationships with Department of Human Services, State Police, Law Enforcement, and other child abuse agencies. Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and willingness to deal collaboratively and cooperatively with health care institution and community.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.