Bilingual Family Advocate - Head Start & Community Services

UMATILLA-MORROW COUNTY HEAD START INC; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Umatilla-Morrow Head Start, Inc. seeks an assistant to the Family Services Manager to coordinate family services, strengthen community ties, and oversee recruitment and enrollment for Head Start/Early Head Start programs in Hermiston/Stanfield.

Responsibilities include engaging families, planning recruitment, maintaining enrollment, coordinating health services and referrals, and supporting parent involvement while ensuring compliance with Head Start policies.

Qualifications

• BA in Social Services, Social Work, Sociology or related field preferred
• If no degree, willing to obtain credential within 18 months; organization covers cost
• One year experience in social work
• Current CPR and First Aid cards
• Ability to establish and maintain community partnerships and outreach

Responsibilities

• Recruit, select and enroll children and families and maintain enrollment levels as prescribed by Head Start Policies and Performance Standards
• Coordinate health services, screenings and referrals with Family Services Manager
• Develop and maintain social services and community resources for families
• Assist in implementation of Parent Involvement and Wellness activities
• Coordinate with community partners and lead outreach to engage diverse families

Skills

Fluent English

Spanish bilingual

CPR and First Aid certified

Outreach and retention

Community partnership development

Education

BA in Social Services / Social Work / Sociology or related field

Credential in social work / human services within 18 months (organization will cover costs)

Tools

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Umatilla-Morrow Head Start, Inc. seeks an assistant to the Family Services Manager to coordinate family services, strengthen community ties, and oversee recruitment and enrollment for Head Start/Early Head Start programs in Hermiston/Stanfield.

Responsibilities include engaging families, planning recruitment, maintaining enrollment, coordinating health services and referrals, and supporting parent involvement while ensuring compliance with Head Start policies.