Child Advocate Jobs

A Child Advocate is an essential role in the social service industry, responsible for ensuring the welfare, safety, and rights of children. They often work for non-profit organizations, legal aid organizations, or government agencies. The advocate's primary responsibilities include representing children within court systems, investigating allegations of child abuse or neglect, and collaborating closely with social workers, psychologists, and legal professionals. They also help in creating a supportive and safe environment for children, providing counseling services, and guiding them through the legal processes.

Important skills that a Child Advocate should possess include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, problem-solving skills, empathy, patience, and the ability to work with diverse populations. They should also have a strong understanding of child development and family dynamics. Regarding certifications, most positions require a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a related field, though some advanced positions may require a master's degree. Additionally, Child Advocates may need to be licensed or certified, depending on the state's requirements. Prior to becoming a Child Advocate, an individual might serve in job roles such as a Social Worker, Child Protection Worker, or Counselor to gain relevant experience in handling child welfare cases.

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Education Major social work or a related human service field Competitive Selection Overall Rating SCR CALL FLOOR WORKER - Springfield - STATE CENTRAL REGISTER CALL CENTER WORKER CHILD WELFARE SPECIALIST...

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Youth Peer Advocate ( YPA )

Meet youth in the office, at home or in the community as requested; • Connect youth to community resources and services; • Provide mutual support, hope, reassurance and advocacy which includes sharing...

Youth Advocate Part Time

  • Gonzalez, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Gonzalez, FL
  • 5 days ago

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant. LSF is seeking a talented Youth Care Specialist who wants to work 3rd...

Youth Mentor Part Time

  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 8 days ago

Certified CPR/First Aid, crisis intervention within the first 90 days of employment. Why work for LSF?...

Right At School a place to be a kid! Educator Right At School provides local school districts before and after school extended day programs with a focus on disguised learning activities and daily...

Behavioral Youth Counselor Assistant

  • Memphis, TN
  • 4 hours ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 4 hours ago

We know that children, families and young people of color can face inequity in child welfare and justice systems, and we train our employees to build the skills they need to work with the communities...

Child Advocacy Center Advocate - Child Advocacy (Helena, MT)

  • Helena, MT
  • 4 hours ago
  • Helena, MT
  • 4 hours ago

Requirements Talents, skills, and abilities: Bachelors Degree in Social work, Psychology, or similar human services field; A minimum of two (2) years of direct work experience; Familiarity with local...

Residential Youth Counselor 2nd Shift

  • Louisville, KY
  • 6 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 6 hours ago

Residential Youth Counselor - 2nd Shift St. Joseph Children's Home - 2.8 Louisville, KY Job Details Full-time $18 - $20 an hour 17 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental...

Victim Advocate

  • Spokane, WA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 14 hours ago

The Victim Advocate provides support, crisis intervention, and general, medical, and legal advocacy for primary and/or secondary survivors of crime....

Youth Advocate

  • NY
  • 19 hours ago
  • NY
  • 19 hours ago

THE ORGANIZATION The Center for Justice Innovation is a community justice organization that centers safety and racial justice. Since our founding in 1996, the Center has partnered with community...

POLICE VICTIM ADVOCATE - Part Time Temporary

  • Surprise, AZ
  • 19 hours ago
  • Surprise, AZ
  • 19 hours ago

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Associate's Degree in criminal justice, social services, or a related field and two years social services, victim assistance, law enforcement, crisis intervention or related...

Youth Counselor – $24 an hour – Manchester, NH

  • Manchester, NH
  • 1 day ago
  • Manchester, NH
  • 1 day ago

SCOPE OF WORK : Works together with the larger team to provide safety, support, and treatment to youth in a secure environment. Coordinates and engages youth in daily activities and treatment...

Youth Advocate

  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago

Other duties as assigned Qualifications: BA in social work, psychology, counselling or equivalent required with Minimum four years of experience working in a child welfare social service setting or...

Military Youth Counselor I - #25-002266-0002

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 1 day ago

Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned office in Social Services classifications or Social Services specialty codes in the Social Science, Psychology and Welfare field of work, on...

Part-Time Safe House Victim Advocate

  • Titusville, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Titusville, FL
  • 1 day ago

TITLE: Safe House Victim Advocate - PT This position is fully funded by contracts and is subject to annual renewal. POSITION OBJECTIVE: To provide supportive services for residents and assist...

Child Advocate Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Maternal and Child Health
This program is an introduction to public health, with a focus on the field of maternal and child health. Youll learn practical skills you can use to advance in your career, or better prepare...
Child Protection for Teachers
Teachers in many countries are required by law to report certain types of child abuse and neglect to relevant child protection authorities. Some nations are on the cusp of introducing mandatory...
History of Maternal and Child Health
This course discusses the history of womens and maternal child health in the broader context of public health history. We will explore how these historical contexts continue to manifest and...

Salary for Child Advocate Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSocialServices research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Child Advocate positions.



Highest Education Level

Child Advocates offer the following education background
Master's Degree
46.0%
Bachelor's Degree
41.6%
Associate's Degree
4.3%
Doctorate Degree
3.4%
High School or GED
2.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.8%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Child Advocates
Less than 1 year
42.8%
None
17.8%
1-2 years
16.1%
2-4 years
15.8%
4-6 years
3.8%
8-10 years
3.8%



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