Education and Extended Youth Support Advocate

• Monitor and maintain accurate records of school progress plans and interventions
• Intervene when educational transitions and/or challenges arise including TIES meetings enrollment meetings manifestation determination hearings and school tribunals
• Assess each youths academic history strengths and challenges and ensure appropriate educational placements and services
• Review and develop individual education programs (IEPs) that align with long-term goals
• Support youth in exploring postsecondary options including college vocational training and employment pathways
• Assist with college applications financial aid (FAFSA Chafee Grant) and scholarship processes
• Coordinate campus tours college prep workshops and mentoring opportunities
• Support development of independent living plans and access to transitional housing resources
• Collaborate with ILP (Independent Living Program) providers to ensure consistent services
• Connect youth with supportive services including mental health tutoring housing employment and mentoring
• Prepare reports and updates for team meetings court hearings and case plans as required
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to support holistic care
• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level to include administrative support of the Department of Child Advocacy and Juvenile Services

• High school diploma or G.E.D AND
• Two (2) years of administrative support or related office experience OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job as listed above
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Basic typing
• No criminal convictions involving children

• Bachelors degree in Social Work Education Psychology Criminal Justice Sociology or a similar field
• Three (3) years of related experience
• An equivalent combination of five or more years of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job will also be considered
• Experience writing legal notes and reports
• Experience with school related meetings (i.e. TIES MDR Tribunals)
• Experience completing school related documents and forms (i.e. FAFSA college applications)

About Gwinnett County

Welcome to Gwinnett County Government

Gwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer that believes in investing in its employees by providing corporate level benefits a wellness program professional development opportunities career advancement and more

Careers with impact

Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities safe neighborhoods plentiful greenspace and recreational facilities. We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners. The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff residents and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected.

Exceptional benefits

Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits including health coverage a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate too!) onsite employee wellness center longevity pay tuition reimbursement and more. The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individuals total compensation.

World-class community

More than a million residents make up Gwinnetts diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes.

Gwinnett County is an award-winning employer!

• Atlantas Healthiest Employer by Atlanta Business Chronicle
• Green Communities Platinum Certification for Gwinnett County from the Atlanta Regional Commission
• Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces in America by Springbuk and PR NewsWire and more!

Vision
Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!

Mission
Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.

Values
Integrity: We believe in being honest building trust and having strong moral principles.
Accountability: We believe in stewardship transparency and sustainability.
Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.
Inclusivity: We believe in engaging embracing and unifying our communities.
Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology process and experience.

Hiring Process
Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process please click the links below:

• Hiring Process
• FAQs

Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex) race color national origin (including ancestry) gender (identity and expression) sexual orientation age marital status familial status (including pregnancy) disability military or veteran status religion political affiliation immigration status homeless status or any other category protected by law.

Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities may be requested. If you need an accommodation during the application interview or testing process contact Human Resources at 770.822.7915 or This email is only for accommodation requests; for questions related to job postings use