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Educational Advocate
TreehouseSeattle, WA, US9 days ago
Job type
- Full-time
Job descriptionPlease note that a cover letter is required along with a resume when applying for this position. Manage an assigned caseload of students, using established case procedures. Responsible for improving educational outcomes for students experiencing foster care by providing educational planning and advocacy, as well as social-emotional development coaching to the students' support network. Ensure each youth’s educational rights are upheld under federal and state law. Responsible for systematically evaluating educational needs and reviewing educational history as needed for students on caseload. Responsible for providing educational planning details and support to caregivers, parents, social workers, school staff, and other service providers. Responsible for virtually attending and scheduling meetings on behalf of Treehouse with schools, caregivers, parents, social workers, and other service providers in the local community. Responsible for serving statewide cases remotely as needed. Responsible for conducting virtual training sessions for social workers. Responsible for conducting training sessions for Treehouse staff, including onboarding and capacity building. Responsible for scheduling and facilitating interagency meetings, negotiating services, facilitating transportation plans, assisting with credit transfer or retrieval, negotiating disciplinary appeals, etc. Responsible for maintaining complete, accurate, and updated case records for each student in the program database. Responsible for reporting on case progress to the manager and the student’s team on an established schedule. Responsible for providing timely feedback, communication, and reports to social workers, parents, and caregivers. Responsible for providing advocacy outcome stories to represent the organizational mission upon request. Provide virtual outreach to designated Department of Children, Youth, & Family (DCYF) offices per the department’s outreach plan. Perform other duties as assigned. High school diploma or GED equivalent. Demonstrated understanding of federal and state education law related to special education. Ability to deploy critical thinking, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and emotional intelligence when communicating on behalf of Treehouse. Demonstrated commitment to racial equity and the ability to effectively engage in candid conversations about diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice. Experience facilitating virtual meetings and presentations Experience providing support services to youth, parents, and caregivers from diverse and traditionally underserved populations, including students of color, low-income students, and students with disabilities. Must thrive while working independently outside an office setting while maintaining relationships with coworkers and managers. Ability to maintain records and data to support effective evaluation processes and analysis, and use program data to inform decision-making and service delivery strategies. Strong organizational skills, and the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines. Demonstrated ability to build working relationships with individuals of various ages, cultures, socioeconomic backgrounds, and abilities. Ability to set boundaries and utilize support services to manage the personal impact of working on behalf of students who have experienced trauma. Ability and aptitude with Microsoft Office Suite and other technology necessary for successful day-to-day functioning in a business environment. Knowledge of educational and community resources available to promote educational attainment for students. Clear nationwide criminal background check and driving record background check. Prior experience facilitating training virtually to an audience of 5 to 100 people. Prior experience facilitating and coordinating multiple parties with varying perspectives through complex situations' Prior experience navigating special education evaluations and education plans. Two plus years of experience providing advocacy and support of youth experiencing foster care and / or other vulnerable student populations. Full-time, Monday to Friday 8 : 00 am to 5 : 00 pm Frequent early morning / late running school meetings (before and after school). Occasional evenings and weekends. Very limited travel on an exception basis. Overnight travel 1-3 weeks a year for training, conferences, and retreats. Physical Requirements – long periods of stationary work, working on a computer, moving between various work areas, going up and down stairs, talking on the phone, interfacing with a computer / office equipment, and sitting at a desk or table while listening, talking, and taking notes. Mental Requirements – ability to reason logically and make sound decisions, to consider alternative and diverse perspectives, to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, to remain poised under all circumstances, and to interact effectively with people in a positive manner that creates confidence and trust.
Job Description
Job Description
Description :
Job Title : Educational Advocate
Department : Programs
Reports To : Manager, Educational Advocacy
Pay Range : $25.61 / hour - $26.38 / hour
FLSA Status : Non-Exempt / Hourly
Location : Remote /
- Working from within Washington State
Travel : Occasional travel
Job Summary :
The Educational Advocate provides academic advocacy services for students in foster care focusing primarily on school enrollment, academic support, and discipline. This position works directly with caregivers, parents, school staff, and social workers and is responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with community partners. In addition, the Educational Advocate facilitates trainings and provides coaching to build capacity and knowledge around education law, advocacy skills, and foster care.
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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement :
Treehouse values diversity and it is expressed in all aspects of our work, from the individuals and communities we serve to our organizational culture, employees and volunteers. We understand that historic structural inequities have influenced each one of us, and we use this knowledge to deliberately cultivate the success of all people and treat everyone with dignity, humanity, and respect.
Treehouse believes that our capacity to effect sustainable change is strengthened when diverse individuals, beliefs, and perspectives are included. We model an institutional commitment to equity by investing resources at all levels and working toward measurable indicators of change.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of our positions. This commitment reflects our core belief in creating an inclusive environment that empowers all individuals to contribute fully and meaningfully to our mission.
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