Family Advocate

OAI has an opening for a Family Advocate I, II or III (Ranges 15, 14, 13, 12) at Ava Head Start. Rate of Pay: $15.13 – $19.46 per hour. Rate TBD. Hours: Monday – Friday (36-40 hours when school in session); Full-Time Position; benefits after 1st 90 days. Objectives To provide support services to strengthen families and to encourage family engagement, which will enhance child outcomes. To support the teacher and classroom staff in achieving positive child outcomes. Education and Experience Family Advocate —Range 13 or 14. High school diploma or HiSET. Must obtain Family Development Credential (FDC)credential, certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or a related field. If non-credentialed, a training plan would be required until credentials and meeting that required within the set timeframe from date of hire. Family Advocate I—Range 12. Associate Degree in Early Childhood, social work, human services, family services, counseling, or a related field or equivalent coursework if approved by standards. Family Advocate II—Range 11. Baccalaureate Degree in early childhood, social work, human services, family services, counseling or a related field or equivalent coursework if approved by standards. Family Advocate III—Range 10. Master’s degree in early childhood, or social work, human services, family services, counseling, or a related field or equivalent coursework if approved by standards. Specific Responsibilities Meet established child development outcomes; ability to stand, sit, crawl, kneel, walk, carry, balance, stoop, see, hear, talk and lift. Ensure compliance with program regulations and standards. Maintain accurate records and documentation; Contribute to team effort; Promote the Head Start program; Develop professional and technical knowledge. Applicants must be able to provide verification of education and experience, pass background and fingerprint check, physical and TB/TB Assessment. Application deadline: Monday, August 24, 2026 @ 9:00 a.m. Posting expires 11/24/2026. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. TDD—Missouri Relay Number is View phone number on click.appcast.io or dial 711 for assistance. OAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr