Head Start Family Advocate Sto-rox Field House

Allegheny Intermediate Unit Career Site

McKees Rocks, PA, US
Base: $19.93phly / $38,863.50 annually; bonus/equi...
Family engagement and case management
Community resource coordination
Parent involvement and advocacy
The Family Advocate fosters positive partnerships with Head Start families by supporting their engagement, well-being, and self-sufficiency through direct support and case management

Job Summary

  • The Family Advocate fosters positive partnerships with Head Start families by supporting their engagement, well-being, and self-sufficiency through direct support and case management.
  • This role involves coordinating social services, promoting parent involvement, facilitating family goal setting, and connecting families with community resources.
  • Key responsibilities include developing respectful relationships, conducting needs assessments, assisting with goal achievement, and collaborating with local agencies and service providers.

Matching Summary

The Family Advocate fosters positive partnerships with Head Start families by supporting their engagement, well-being, and self-sufficiency through direct support and case management.

Salary

Base: $19.93/hourly / $38,863.50 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: HSEA Contract

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Family engagement and case management
  • Community resource coordination
  • Parent involvement and advocacy
  • Child attendance and enrollment support
  • Collaboration with teaching staff

Nice-to-have

  • Cultural competency
  • Flexible work hours
  • Home visits

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma required
  • Strength-based Family Worker Credential program enrollment
  • Minimum 2 years experience in family services
  • Act 114, Act 34, Act 151 and NSOR Clearances
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Work Rights

Not specified

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