Early Head Start Family Advocate

Kenosha Achievement Center; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenosha Achievement Center in Wisconsin is seeking a compassionate Family Advocate for the Early Head Start program. You will build trusting relationships with families, support child development, and connect families to comprehensive services to promote well-being and goal achievement.

This role collaborates with teaching staff and community partners to create a supportive environment for infants and toddlers.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a home-based CDA credential or comparable credential, or equivalent coursework as part of an associate's or bachelor's degree.
• Must have a vehicle in good working order as determined by KAC.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Able to work effectively with a culturally diverse staff, participant base and stakeholders.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed.

Responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships with families and support infant/toddler development.
• Connect families to comprehensive services and community resources.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and community partners to promote family well-being and goal achievement.

Skills

Compassionate

Organized

Mission-driven

Education

CDA or equivalent credential

Relevant coursework toward degree

Tools

Computer skills

Typing

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Are you committed to strengthening families through education, comprehensive support, and meaningful relationships? If so, KAC has the job for you! KAC is seeking a compassionate, organized, and mission-driven Family Advocate to join our Early Head Start team! The Early Head Start Family Advocate plays a vital role in building trusting relationships with families, supporting child development, and ensuring access to comprehensive services. This position works closely with families, teaching staff, and community partners to promote family well-being, goal achievement, and positive outcomes for infants and toddlers.

***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: MINIMUM

QUALIFICATIONS: A minimum of a home-based CDA credential or comparable credential, or equivalent coursework as part of an associate's or bachelor's degree. Must have a vehicle that the KAC determines to be in good working order. Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record. Able to work effectively with a culturally diverse staff, participant base and stakeholders. Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed.

***** PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

One year of supervised experience working with families with young children. Above average experience with computer skills and typing Ability to speak and write Spanish CPR and/or First aid certification

***** PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, kneel and stoop. Approximately 55% of time will be spent walking or standing. The employee must lift, push & pull a minimum of 60 pounds with help, 35 pounds alone, walk up & down steps, bend & climb step ladder.