Bilingual Family Advocate

Base Pay $18.95 - $22.00 / Hour Employee Type NonExempt Full Time 12 Mo Required Degree 2 Year Degree Overview WNCSource Offers Great Benefits Including: Generous PTO Excellent wages Free Employee Clinic Free Employee Assistance Program Pet Insurance Opportunities for advancement Wellness program with rewards Retirement 403B with matching This position works in collaboration with center staff and community partners to ensure children and families receive comprehensive services according to Head Start Performance Standards. Family Advocate Responsibilities Plan, schedule and conduct quarterly Family Engagement activities collaborating with teaching staff and families. Assist in the processing of enrollment, transfer, and termination paperwork of Early Head Start, Head Start, and Child Care Partnership center children. Assist in the recruitment and enrollment of Early Head Start and Child Care Partnership children throughout the year. Assist and empower families to locate resources and schedule appointments with community resources that best meet their needs. Monitor children's attendance and provide support services to the teacher and families as needed. Actively engage in team collaboration meetings. Enhance job growth through training and education. Use a strength-based approach to empower the family, support systems and resources. Requirements Education / Training Minimum: An associate's degree in a related field or high school diploma/GED Must be bilingual (English/Spanish) fluent in reading, writing, and speech of the Spanish language. Experience Prefer two years of case management or early childhood classroom experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr