Family Advocate - Head Start - Full Time

The Opportunity Alliance

Westbrook, Maine, US
Not specified; benefits: generous pto, 9 holidays,...
Bachelor's degree in social work or human services
1-3 years social services experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills
The Family Advocate supports family well-being and school readiness through whole family coaching and connecting families to community resources

Job Summary

  • The Family Advocate supports family well-being and school readiness through whole family coaching and connecting families to community resources.
  • The role involves conducting needs assessments, creating family goals, and facilitating parent involvement in center activities following Head Start Performance Standards.
  • Benefits include generous paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, a 403(b) retirement match, and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

Matching Summary

The Family Advocate supports family well-being and school readiness through whole family coaching and connecting families to community resources.

Salary

Not specified; Benefits: Generous PTO, 9 holidays, 3 floating holidays, medical/dental/vision, life/disability insurance, 403(b) match, tuition reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in Social Work or Human Services
  • 1-3 years social services experience
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Microsoft Office and Outlook proficiency
  • Ability to pass criminal background checks

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with family services preferred
  • Knowledge of cultural roles in child development
  • Experience navigating complex systems
  • Comfort working independently and as part of a team
  • Flexible and self-motivated attitude

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 1-3 years social services experience
  • Pass criminal background check
  • Pass child protective service check
  • Current on MMR and TDAP immunizations

Work Rights

Must not be on state or federal suspension and disbarment list

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