Lake Family Resource Center·Lake County, California
The Family Advocate provides support, outreach, and training to families of children with special needs to help them navigate the special education system and IEP process. They also coordinate with local service providers to connect families with community resources and build self-sufficiency.
Benefits for full-time employees include: Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance/403b Retirement 2 weeks of paid time off plus 13 holidays 12 days of sick leave accrual Lake Family Resource Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Candidates must be a parent or family member of a child or young adult with disabilities and be bilingual in Spanish. An associate degree in a related field such as social work, psychology, or special education is preferred along with proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Market context
In California, Family Advocate roles at Family Empowerment Centers often draw steady interest because they combine direct family support, disability advocacy, and community navigation. These positions can be competitive when employers require lived experience as a parent or family member of a child or young adult with disabilities, bilingual Spanish skills, and comfort with tools like Microsoft Office. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm fit and save time reading the original posting.
