Family Advocate (Center)

Erie Neighborhood House has provided the most comprehensive support immigrant and low-income families in Chicago need to thrive and has constantly evolved to meet their needs. Today, Erie House is a modern social services nonprofit with programming and resources for children and youth, mental health and community wellness, adult education and training, legal services, and more. Through these programs, we empower the people we work alongside to build powerful communities.Reporting to the Family Services Manager, the Family Advocate basic function is coordination of health requirements, goal setting, and family partnership agreements for families enrolled in the Early Childhood Education program. This includes written parent communications and data entry in CSD CARED and/or Child Plus database.Family Advocate position responsibilities include:Maintains all records regarding health services (physical exams, dental exams, hearing and vision screenings, heights and weights, as well as any asthma action plans, or food allergies) according to Head Start/Early Head Start performance standards. Enters all health related information into CSD-Cares and ChildPlus in a timely manner.Follows up on progress of EPSDT Documents all follow up notes in CSD CARES/ ChildPlusResponsible for communicating with teaching staff about children’s health needsNotifies parents of expiration of health requirements in a timely mannerResponsible for obtaining child health historiesChecks classroom First Aid kits and replenishes them as needed, maintains First Aid kit supply logs.Checks classroom First Aid Backpack kits and replenishes them as neededParticipates in the program’s annual self-assessment and community assessmentCompletes Family Partnership Agreements with all families. Follows up on progress on goals monthly. Documents all follow up notes in CSD-Cares and ChildPlusMaintains a strong system of resources and referrals for families including formal and informal partnershipsAssists Family Services Manager, Family Advocate Coordinator with all parent involvement activities and events including monthly parent meetings and special center events.Maintains all children’s files in an organized and confidential mannerCollect and enter attendance for the assigned classes in CSD-Cares and ChildPlus daily by 10:30 AM according to Head Start standards. Contacts parents of children who are absent to find and document the reason for absence by 10:30 AM daily. This contact is entered in CSDCares and ChildPlusAssists parents with transition process. Notifies parents of children’s transition into new classroom and meets with new teacher to share information regarding child’s health status and potential dietary needsResponsible for compliance with all agency requirements, as well as DCFS licensing requirements, Head Start performance standards and NAEYC standards.Participates in recruitment for program twice monthly or as assignedParticipates in monthly all staff meetings, and attends all mandated meetings and trainingsMaintains a current Illinois Gateways Registry membershipParticipates in 20 hours of professional development per program year, five hours of which are gateways approved hoursResponsible for the program complying with Erie, the Board of Education and State Licensing requirements and performance standards, including promoting the health and safety of all the children, following sanitation procedures and universal precautions, completing a bi-annual physical exam, complying with the Confidentiality and Child Abuse and Neglect Act as a mandated reporter, as well as the American with Disabilities Act and Erie’s inclusion PolicyOther duties as assignedRequirementsThis position requires a bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or related field preferred requiredIllinois Gateways Family Service credential level 5Bilingual English/Spanish preferredAbility to lift and carry up to 50 poundsProof of eligibility to work in the United StatesUpon offer of employment, must complete all forms related to hiring, including Erie’s application and employment status. Must provide three letters of recommendation. In addition, must complete all DCFS licensing forms, including a criminal background check, fingerprinting and a child abuse and neglect background checkTEAM MEMBER BENEFITSCompensation of $21.15- $22.11 / hour based on experienceWork / life integrationGenerous paid time offFull Time employee12 accrued sick days per year3 personal daysPaid birthday off8 paid holidays, including JuneteenthIn addition to above paid holidays, paid week off between Christmas Eve and New Year’s DayVacationYear 1 = 8 daysYear 2 = 13 daysYear 3 + = 20 daysAccess to alternative and flexible work schedules and personal leave, where possibleTwo-weeks fully paid Parental Leave, for eligible employeesTime off for school conferences and activities as well as bereavement leaveProfessional DevelopmentEmployer-sponsored learning and development programsPaid day off annually for personal professional developmentTuition Assistance & Debt Relief Program, as budget allowsWellness supportEmployer-sponsored health, dental, and vision insuranceEmployer-paid life insuranceVoluntary life and AD&D and short and long-term disabilityFlexible Spending Accounts for medical, vision and dependent care403b with employer matchEmployee Assistance ProgramUnion / Non ExemptErie Neighborhood House is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals without discrimination. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE!MUST BE A MEMBER OF AFSCME OR JOIN AFTER 30 DAYSERIE NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERACCREDITED BY NAEYC & NATIONAL AFTER SCHOOL ASSOCIATIONRECOGNIZED BY DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE;UNITED WAY MEMBER #J-18808-Ljbffr Erie Neighborhood House