Bilingual Family Engagement Champion

Illinois Action for Children; Matteson (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k match

Generous PTO

Holidays + floating holiday

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible Spending Account

STD/LTD

Life insurance

Mileage reimbursement

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Illinois Action for Children in Matteson, IL is seeking a Bilingual Family Engagement Specialist to build strong relationships with families and empower them to be active partners in their children's early learning. The role covers the Western Suburbs with a home office in Matteson.

The position is regular full-time with a salary range of $43,800 to $47,100 annually and a comprehensive benefits package, including insurance and retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Early Childhood Education, or Psychology.
• Two years of experience as a caseworker or similar position.
• Strong desire to connect with families and support their success.
• Creativity and problem-solving skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with families.
• Plan and host family-friendly events and workshops.
• Act as a go-to resource for families, offering guidance and support.
• Work closely with Head Start team to ensure children and families thrive.
• Create welcoming environments for all families.

Skills

Bilingual

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Illinois Action for Children in Matteson, IL is seeking a Bilingual Family Engagement Specialist to build strong relationships with families and empower them to be active partners in their children's early learning. The role covers the Western Suburbs with a home office in Matteson.

The position is regular full-time with a salary range of $43,800 to $47,100 annually and a comprehensive benefits package, including insurance and retirement benefits.