Bilingual Family Advocate

Bauer Family Resources; Danville (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Bauer Family Resources is seeking a Family Advocate to engage families in program services, support school readiness, and connect families to community resources. The role emphasizes relationship-based home visits, goal setting, and collaboration with community partners to strengthen families.

The position requires a high school diploma with related certification, a valid driver's license, and 1–2 years of experience in social services. Regular background checks are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or a related field within eighteen months of hire.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license and meet insurance requirements.
• 1–2 years of experience preferred.
• Regular background checks must be passed.

Responsibilities

• Engage families in program services and activities to promote school readiness, parenting skills, knowledge, and confidence.
• Deliver relationship-based home visits and enrollment meetings responsive to family strengths, needs, and goals.
• Assist families in establishing and pursuing goals that promote personal growth and community connections.
• Organize family events and activities based on family needs and program goals.
• Provide families with information and referrals to community resources and supports.
• Complete monthly reports and maintain accurate family progress documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Bauer policies, state licensing requirements, and Head Start standards.
• Participate in staff meetings and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Skills

Attendance & reliability

Community engagement

Relationship building

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Social work certification

Job description

• Location 20 South County Rd. 300 E.,Danville, IN, 46122,United States
• Base Pay $16.71 / Hour
• Job Category Social Work, Human Services
• Employee Type FT/PY/B
• Required Degree High school
• Travel 25%
• Manage Others No

Job Title:

Family Advocate

Pay Range:

$16.71 hourly

Who We are:

At Bauer, we empower children and their families to thrive. Bauer Family Resources mission is at the heart of every program and service offered to our community. It is our belief that every child and family has a desire for a life that is filled with success, strong family and community connections and hope for tomorrow. Bauer's work is measured against this mission statement to ensure we are true to it.

Position Summary:

The Family Advocate is responsible for engaging families in program services through meaningful relationships. This includes assisting families in identifying strengths and needs, connecting them to agency and community resources, and fostering their confidence as parents and community members.

Essential Functions:

The duties identified below are the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This list may not be inclusive of all job responsibilities and are subject to change based on business needs with or without notice.

Family Engagement & Support Services

• Engage families in program services and activities that promote school readiness, parenting skills, knowledge, and confidence.
• Deliver relationship-based home visits and enrollment meetings that are responsive to family strengths, needs, and goals.
• Assist families in establishing and pursuing goals that promote personal growth, family well-being, and connections to the community.
• Organize family events and activities based on family needs, interests, and program goals.

Resource Coordination & Community Partnerships

• Provide families with information, referrals, and connections to agency and community resources and supports.
• Develop knowledge of available community resources to effectively support family needs and strengthen partnerships.

Documentation, Compliance & Program Quality

• Complete monthly reports, required documentation, and family progress tracking accurately and within established timelines.
• Ensure compliance with Bauer policies, State Licensing requirements, and Head Start Program Performance Standards.

Collaboration & Professional Development

• Participate in staff meetings and ongoing professional development opportunities, including:
• Twice-monthly staff meetings
• Monthly Professional Development Days
• Quarterly All-Agency meetings
• Annual Pre-Service training

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this position successfully, an individual must demonstrate regular, predictable attendance and be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge and skill required. The individual must be able to successfully pass routine background checks.

Education/Certification/Licensure:

· High School Diploma and credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or a related field within eighteen months of hire.

• Must maintain a valid driver's license and meet requirements set by insurance carrier at all times.

Experience Required:

• 1-2 years previous experience preferred

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Commitment to serving children and families in poverty with the highest quality services
• Willingness to learn and apply new knowledge
• Strong connection with the community and ability to maintain positive relationships