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Family Advocate

Business Unit:

Head Start

Family Services

Cincinnati-Hamilton County Community Action Agency * 1740 Langdon Farm Road * Cincinnati, Ohio 45237

At the Cincinnati-Hamilton County Community Action Agency (CAA), we envision an equitable community where everyone has the tools and resources to be self-sufficient. Our mission is clear: through advocacy, high-quality programs, and strong community partnerships, our dedicated team is breaking down barriers to equity and opportunity while building self-sufficiency across generations. The Family Advocate at CHCCAA plays a crucial role in advancing our mission to expand opportunities and build self-sufficiency for our community members. This role includes building relationships with families, connecting them with community resources, and fostering family engagement in their child’s education.The ideal candidate will use their skills to embody our values and contribute to our vision of a thriving, self-sufficient community.

Family Support and Advocacy

Develop and implement individualized Family Partnership Agreements, setting achievable goals for family self-sufficiency and well-being.

Provide information and referrals to community resources for housing, employment, education, health, and other services.

Advocate for families to access needed resources and navigate barriers.

Stay abreast of resources available in the community and how families can access them.

phone calls, group activity, home visits, and classroom visits to promote partnership and provide for regular communication.

Encourage and support parental involvement in their child’s education and program activities.

Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and parent meetings to enhance knowledge and skills in areas like parenting, budgeting, and health.

Promote leadership opportunities, including participation in parent committee, Policy Council, and other program decision-making roles.

Complete health screenings with enrolled children in conjunction with health staff with all documentation, follow-up, and referrals completed in a timely manner in accordance with agency policy and procedures.

Work closely with teachers, center staff, and content coordinators to ensure a holistic approach to family support.

Program Compliance and Documentation

Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date records of family interactions, referrals, and progress.

Ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, program policies, and applicable laws.

Prepare and submit required reports and data in a timely manner.

Associate’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Family Studies or a related field (credential or certification in such areas may be received within 18 months of hire); Bachelor’s degree preferred. Knowledge of community resources and services available to families

Cultural sensitivity and ability to work effectively with diverse families and communities

Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office applications; strong database input skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards and family support practices

Passion for service to the community

Customer service - willingness and ability to provide high-quality support, assistance and solutions wherever needed

Analytical skills - able to compile, assess and act on data

Must have reliable Wi-Fi access to support remote work as needed.

Travel requirements

Must be willing to accommodate planned and unplanned travel to and from Head Start Center and other C-HCCAA or meeting/conference locations, including overnight and/or out of town travel.

Work is performed in a typical office or early childhood classroom environment, as well as travel to and from local resource agencies to conduct indoor and outdoor activities in all weather conditions

Use hands to manipulate, handle, feel, and control items or equipment

child, using all safety precautions

Conduct both outdoor and indoor activities, in both warm and cold temperatures

See and be able to read, write, and interpret written documents

Perform data entry for extended periods

The Cincinnati-Hamilton County Community Action Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Your employment with the Cincinnati-Hamilton County Community Action Agency is entered into voluntarily or "at-will," meaning that both you and the employer may end the employment relationship with or without reason, cause or notice unless otherwise prohibited by law.