University of Tennessee·Memphis, Tennessee
The Family Advocate Counselor performs intakes, case management, and home visits to support caregivers in obtaining necessary resources. Additionally, the role involves facilitating mentoring groups for children and maintaining detailed client records.
Market Range: 07
$20.65/Hourly
This is a grant-Funded position funded until june 30, 2027. The funding may be extended pending funding availability.
Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager for the Shelby County Relative Caregiver Program, the Family Advocate Counselor performs intakes, referrals, home visits, case management, maintaining client records (files), planning, organizing events, and facilitating the Boys/Girls mentoring group both in person and via zoom monthly This position exists to support and assist caregivers in determining specific needs and obtaining needed support with projects resources through the network and /or other providers. This position will allow hands-on contact with individuals and families through home and office visits.
Requires a Bachelor's degree with two years of experience working with children and families, or a Master's degree with one year of experience. A valid driver's license is mandatory for travel within Shelby County.
Market context
Behavioral-health roles in Tennessee are often tied to schools, community programs, and outpatient settings serving children and adolescents, so employers usually look for candidates with direct youth mental-health experience. This type of role can be competitive because the posting asks for a specific degree-and-experience mix, plus prior work with children and adolescents; the listed requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. Before applying, match your resume to the exact experience path and highlight any youth-focused interventions, crisis support, or family engagement work.