Bilingual Family Advocate

WNCSource; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

12 Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Educational assistance program

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

WNCSource is seeking a Bilingual Family Advocate to empower families, connect them with community resources, and support early childhood programs under Head Start standards.

You will collaborate with center staff and partners, plan family engagement events, and assist with recruitment, enrollment, and paperwork for Early Head Start, Head Start, and related programs. Strong bilingual skills and relationship-building are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be bilingual (English/Spanish) with fluent reading, writing, and speaking skills in Spanish.
• Associate degree in a related field (or High School Diploma/GED).
• Preferred: Baccalaureate degree in a related field.
• Prefer 2 years of experience in case management or an early childhood classroom setting.

Responsibilities

• Empower families using a strengths-based approach to connect with local resources and appointments.
• Plan, schedule, and lead quarterly Family Engagement activities with staff and families.
• Assist in recruitment, enrollment, transfer, and paperwork processing for Head Start programs.
• Track attendance and provide hands-on support to teachers and families as needed.
• Participate in team meetings and pursue ongoing training and education.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Relationship building

Event planning

Recruitment & enrollment support

Case management experience

Education

Associate degree

Baccalaureate degree

Job description

• Location N/A,Columbus, NC, 28722,United States
• Base Pay $18.95 - $22.00 / Hour

Are you passionate about empowering families, building strong community connections, and helping children succeed? Join WNCSource as a Bilingual Family Advocate !

If you bring strong bilingual skills in English and Spanish, excel at building relationships, and love working using a strengths-based approach to support families, this is the perfect role for you! You will collaborate closely with center staff and community partners to ensure children and families receive comprehensive support according to Head Start Performance Standards.

What You Will Do (And Love!)

Empower & Support Families: Use a strengths-based approach to empower families, helping them locate and connect with local community resources and schedule essential appointments.

Plan Engaging Events: Plan, schedule, and lead quarterly Family Engagement activities in partnership with teaching staff and families.

Manage Recruitment & Enrollment: Assist in the ongoing recruitment, enrollment, transfer, and processing of paperwork for Early Head Start, Head Start, and Child Care Partnership children.

Monitor Attendance & Progress: Track children’s attendance and provide hands‑on support services to teachers and families whenever needed.

Collaborate & Grow: Actively participate in team collaboration meetings and continuously build your skills through ongoing training and educational opportunities.

Education & Qualifications

Language Requirement: Must be bilingual (English/Spanish) with fluent reading, writing, and speaking skills in Spanish.

Education (Minimum): Associate’s degree in a related field (or High School Diploma/GED).

Education (Preferred): Baccalaureate degree in a related field.

Experience: Prefer 2 years of experience in case management or an early childhood classroom setting.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Competitive Pay: $18.95 – $22.00 / hour
• Schedule: Non-Exempt Full-Time, 12-Month position
• Generous PTO: Take time for yourself to rest and recharge!
• Funding for Higher Education: We pay for you to keep learning and growing!
• Career Growth: Plentiful opportunities for internal advancement

Benefits That Support You

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 12 Paid Holidays (including Christmas Break)
• Generous PTO (Full-time employees start at 12+ days)
• Free Employee Clinic via Pardee @ Work and Teladoc
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Childcare Assistance available to qualified families
• Retirement 403(b) Plan with Employer Match
• Opportunities for career advancement and continuing education support
• Wellness Program with rewards
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Pet Insurance (because your pets matter too!)

Summary

Thank you for your interest in WNCSource.