Bilingual Family Services Advocate - Head Start

HS-TIDWELL; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County Department of Education HS-TIDWELL in Houston, TX seeks a Family Services Provider (Bilingual) to recruit and enroll Head Start students, provide family-centered case management, and promote parent and community engagement.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field (or equivalent credential) and strong bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills. Two years of related experience preferred; salary ranges listed below with full-time status.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in social work, human services, family services, counseling or related field; or
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in an unrelated field with a credential/certificate in social work, human services, family services, counseling or related field; or
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in an unrelated field with case management work experience and obtain a credential/certificate in social work, human services, family services, counseling or related field within 18 months of hire date

Responsibilities

• Model HCDE and Head Start’s mission, vision, and values.
• Assist the Campus Manager and Assistant Campus Manager with implementation of daily operations.
• Work with interdisciplinary teams to ensure the integration and consistent delivery of Head Start services.
• Identify and recruit eligible students for Head Start and participate in recruitment events.
• Complete applications and enroll students on an ongoing basis.
• Develop relationships to support family engagement and connect families with community resources.
• Provide timely case management and follow-up services, including home visits as needed.
• Maintain documentation and data entry; maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Case management

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Bachelor's degree with credential in related field

Bachelor's degree with case management experience + credential within 18 months

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Publisher

Access

Job description

Harris County Department of Education HS-TIDWELL in Houston, TX seeks a Family Services Provider (Bilingual) to recruit and enroll Head Start students, provide family-centered case management, and promote parent and community engagement.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field (or equivalent credential) and strong bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills. Two years of related experience preferred; salary ranges listed below with full-time status.