Full-Time Advocate

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $17.51 - $21.50 Hourly

Job Shift: Day

ABSTRACT OF THE POSITION The Family Advocate is responsible for implementing the core family partnership, parent involvement, and community partnership functions for the center-based option of an Early Head Start program. The Family Advocate recruits and enrolls children for the program and then uses a family development model to support and assist a caseload of up to 40 families as they identify and meet goals, they establish in Family Partnership Agreements. This position also assists with the completion of the child health requirements and other required screenings and assessments. The Family Advocate supports the larger system of social services coordinated by Early Head Start, thereby supporting the goals of the program. This position may involve reassignment of caseload and/or center location as deemed necessary for program needs and operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES (including but not limited to) Recruit underserved populations and determine the eligibility of children.

Assist with child health screenings and other required screenings.

Engage in collaborative partnership building with up to 40 families.

Establish community partnerships and promote access to community services.

Document family partnership efforts and outcomes.

Manual dexterity for operating equipment.

Communication skills: hearing, speaking, reading, and writing.

Mobility: driving and traveling to different sites.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Qualifications Education & Work Experience

Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.

Must have (or be willing to acquire) a minimum of a Family Resources Certification within the time frame designated by Sunrise Children’s Foundation.

Maintain written documents and records, interpret policies and other materials, gather and interpret moderately complex information.

Clear communication skills using correct grammar both verbally and in writing using English.

Patience, tact, and professionalism when communicating with children, families, staff, and supervisors.

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, & Excel), internet applications, and other software.

Flexibility to work a flexible schedule to fulfill job functions and program responsibilities.

Other requirements include acquiring CPR/First Aid training, Live Scan Fingerprinting, negative TB results, physical, and passing drug/alcohol testing.

Preferred Associate Degree (or Higher) in Social Work, Family Services, Counseling, or another closely related field is preferred.

Bilingual (English-Spanish) speaking and writing skills preferred.

Benefits Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Employer Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability

COVID Paid Sick Leave

10 Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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