Coordinator of Family Support and Advocacy

Under general direction, is responsible for developing a robust Family Support and Advocacy program for ADAPT of the Hudson Valley.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of the Coordinator of Family Support and Advocacy will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Coordinate Family Advocacy quarterly meetings
• Create quarterly newsletter for families and advocates.
• Facilitate weekly Self Advocacy meetings on individual rights and responsibilities.
• Develop relationships with Self Advocacy entities across New York State
• Act as agency advisor to the Advisory Council for people supported.
• Represent ADAPT of the Hudson Valley at local provider fairs to potential new families
• Train current employees on the rights of people supported.
• Represent agency by serving on internal and external committees.
• Position will include travel to various programs, provider fairs and advocacy conferences.
• Employees may be mandated to work beyond their scheduled shift based on operational needs.
• Orientation and training will be conducted at the agency Headquarters in Middletown.
• Performs other related duties as requested.