Center-Based Family Advocate & Navigator - Flexible Benefits

Enrichment Services Program, Inc.; Columbus (GA); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 42.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life Insurance (50000)

Disability Insurance (Short & Long)

FSA – Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Generous Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

Resumo da vaga

Enrichment Services Program, Inc. is seeking a Head Start Family Service Advocate to support families in achieving self-sufficiency. The role involves developing Family Partnership Agreements, making referrals, and advocating for needed services within the community.

You will collaborate with Head Start parents and service providers to ensure children receive proper screenings, maintain records, and assist with enrollment, transportation, and program communications.

Qualificações

• Associate or Bachelor degree in social work or related field preferred.
• Volunteer or regular work experience in social services required.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience accepted.

Responsabilidades

• Develop Family Partnership Agreements and referrals; advocate for families.
• Provide information on community services and ensure delivery of needed services.
• Collaborate with Head Start parents and staff to ensure screenings and follow-up.
• Maintain confidentiality and accurate social service records.
• Recruit, enroll, and assign classrooms in collaboration with Center Manager.
• Enter family data into Child Plus and maintain waiting lists.
• Coordinate transportation to appointments and send program newsletters.
• Assist with orientation and monitor attendance; counsel parents as needed.
• Support Specialists and Center Managers in programmatic decisions.

Conhecimentos

Listening

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Information gathering

Survey analysis

Problem analysis

Prioritization & organization

Formação

Associate or Bachelor in Social Work/Sociology/Psychology/Counseling

Descrição da vaga

Enrichment Services Program, Inc. is seeking a Head Start Family Service Advocate to support families in achieving self-sufficiency. The role involves developing Family Partnership Agreements, making referrals, and advocating for needed services within the community.

You will collaborate with Head Start parents and service providers to ensure children receive proper screenings, maintain records, and assist with enrollment, transportation, and program communications.