Family Advocate

We are seeking a Head Start Family Advocate who is passionate about achieving positive child and family outcomes through high-quality engagement in social services activities with families. Family Advocates build partnerships and facilitate access to community services for children and families enrolled in Head Start and Early Head Start. This position coordinates with other specialists in the content areas of education, health (medical, dental, nutrition, mental health), etc. to provide quality services to children and families and to support the goals of the family and the program. Bachelor’s or Associates degree preferred, however, applicants able to obtain a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or related field within eighteen months of hire will also be considered. Tuition assistance provided in most cases. LOCATION: This position will work for 2 locations ( 255 Swift Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 and 412 E Lake Ave., Watsonville, CA 95076 ) PAY RATE Depending on Education: Credential in progress- $23.62 Hourly Credential - $24.84 Hourly AA - $26.05 Hourly BA - $28.49 Hourly PaidVacation time and Sick Leave Medical/Dental/VisionInsurance coverage available first day of employment (for full time employees)

• 30.00per month cost to employee for employee only Core Plan Health and VisionInsurance (for full time employees)
• 15.95per month cost to employee for employee only Dental Insurance (for full timeemployees)

PaidHolidays PaidSpring Break and Winter Break Qualifyingemployer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness and Perkins Loan Forgivenessprograms. Tuitionassistance to meet job requirements Paidtrainings EmployeeAssistance Program $35,000term AD&D life insurance at no cost to employee (for full time employees) TravelConnect medical support for assistance when you travel CDI Head Start is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Community Development Institute Head Start