Early Head Start Family Advocate

Bon Secours Health System; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Family Advocate/In-Home Interventionist to join their Family Support Center. This role involves providing essential home-based services to families with young children, focusing on health, nutrition, and education. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in human services, effective communication skills, and a passion for helping diverse communities. With a commitment to supporting families in achieving self-sufficiency, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Join a team dedicated to enhancing the lives of families in Baltimore City and beyond.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance with AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field preferred, with experience in home visiting.
• Experience with low-income families and knowledge of community resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide home-based services to parents and children under 36 months.
• Maintain ongoing contact with families and support them with various services.

Skills

Home Visiting

Counseling

Advocacy

Case Management

Effective Communication

Community Resource Knowledge

Computer Literacy

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Allied Human Services

90 Hour Child Care Certification

45 Hour Infant-Toddler Certificates

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours!

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Work Shift: Days/Afternoons (United States of America)

Job Description

BON SECOURS BALTIMORE FOUNDATION

POSITION SUMMARY

The Family Advocate/In-Home Interventionist is a staff member with the Family Support Center (FSC)/Early Head Start (EHS) program who will provide home-based services to parents and children (birth to 36 months old). He/she will maintain ongoing contact with families and support them with health, nutrition, family services, mental health, special services, parent education, and resource/referral components to build upon their strengths and enhance their self-sufficiency.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Allied Human Services, Social Work, Early Childhood Education, or Human Development with experience in home visiting, counseling, working with families with young children, and/or advocacy (preferred), or have, within eighteen months of hire, a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or a related field (minimum). Preference for 90 Hour Child Care Certification and 45 Hour Infant-Toddler certificates, but candidates must be willing to obtain certification within six months of hire.
2. Current medical evaluation, including a tuberculosis (TB) screen, within six months before starting work.
3. At least two years of experience in the human services field.
4. Case management or related experience.
5. Experience conducting outreach, recruitment, and presentations.
6. Experience working with low-income families, youth, survivors of domestic violence, populations impacted by substance abuse, mental illness, HIV/AIDS, and other diverse communities.
7. Knowledge of substance abuse and domestic violence and their effects on families.
8. Experience documenting client services in paper files and online databases.
9. Knowledge of community resources for low-income families in Baltimore City.
10. Computer literacy, including experience with MS Office Suite.
11. Certification in CPR and First Aid required within six months of hire.
12. Effective oral and written communication skills.
13. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
14. Own transportation, valid Maryland Driver’s License, current car insurance, and ability to travel extensively in Baltimore City and Baltimore County.

Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer. Our benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance with AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department:

FSC-EHS-Early Head Start Grant - Co. 1901

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email [e-mail]. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the employment process, contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail].