Family Advocate

POSITION SUMMARY: Promote children and family's progress across the standards as outlined in the Head Start Parent, Family and Community Engagement Framework, to build respectful, culturally responsive, and trusting relationships with families. Individuals would also provide assistance and support to the families to ensure all state and federal standards are being met. Individuals must always keep our mission and our Core Values at the Forefront when working with our families and community entities. Candidates must be able to demonstrate effective communication and a non-judgmental attitude when working with staff, families, and children.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Comply with federal, state, and agency policies and procedures
2. Knowledge of local community resources
3. Provide quality nursing services that comply with federal and state guidelines
4. Ability to build new and maintaining relationship/ partnerships within community entities
5. Complete annual training and continuing education requirements.
6. Participate in all required meetings and trainings
7. Adhere to all CNCAP policies and procedures

QUALIFICATIONS

1. High School Diploma or GED
2. Valid driver's license
3. Prior employment or volunteer experience working directly with income qualifying families preferred.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

1. Problem-solving skills
2. Communication skills
3. Excellent time-management and organizational skills
4. Demonstrated ability to be flexible and work with others

SCHEDULE: Monday - Thursday

REPORTS TO: Teacher Center Specialist

JOB STATUS: Full-Time

PAY: $15.98-$17.65/hour (depending on qualifications). This position is eligible for a Bilingual (Spanish) pay differential!

BENEFITS:

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
• Generous leave accrual (PTO)
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid birthday off
• Employer-matched retirement (up to 3%)
• Opportunities for professional development
• Employee Assistance Program

FLSA STATUS: Hourly/Non-Exempt

Disclaimer

This position description is not intended, and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended, however, to be an accurate reflection of those principal job elements essential for making decisions related to job performance, employee development, and compensation. As such, the incumbent may perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

EOE