Family Advocate

Community Action Program Committee; Indiana; On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Action Program Committee is seeking a Family Advocate to partner with families, supporting children's healthy development, school readiness, and long-term success.

Reporting to the Family Engagement Coordinator, you’ll help families set goals, access services, and navigate resources, building on strengths and promoting involvement in education and well-being.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field; two years of experience with low-income families.
• Two years of experience working in an office setting with low-income families.
• Must meet the Florida driver’s license and vehicle insurance requirements; complete background checks as required.

Responsibilities

• Foster partnerships with families to support children's development and school readiness.
• Assist families with goal setting, accessing resources, and referrals; promote active family involvement in education and well-being.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Computer literacy

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Open Date: August 19, 2026

Closing Date: Open Until filled

Reports To: Family Engagement Coordinator

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Full Time Equivalent: 40 hours per week/52 weeks per year

Salary: $19.82

Job Summary

Reporting to the Family Engagement Coordinator, the Family Advocate is responsible for fostering strong, collaborative partnerships with families to support children’s healthy development, school readiness, and long-term success. Using a strengths-based approach, the Family Advocate engages families as their child’s first and most important teacher, helping them identify goals, access resources, and build on their strengths. The Family Advocate ensures families receive all services designated under the Family and Community Engagement (FCE) section of the Head Start Program Performance Standards and supports families through goal setting, case management, and referrals, while promoting active participation in their child’s education and well-being.

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Human Services, Family Services/Engagement, Counseling or a related field. Two years of experience working in an office setting with low-income families.

Other Qualifications

Ability to interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds. Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Demonstrated computer literacy skills, using MS Office applications and other basic data systems including internet navigation. Must compete the DCF 45-hour training within 6 months of employment.

Physical Demands

This position requires the employee to be in an office setting. This position may travel to other center locations. The employee must be able to lift 10 lbs. Frequent keyboarding, finger dexterity, and computer use. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Required Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations

Applicants must have a current Florida Driver’s license, reliable transportation, satisfactory criminal records check for abuse and neglect, and state required minimum vehicle insurance and uninsured motorist insurance. Must meet all requirements of the Department of Children and Families.

Community Action Program Committee is an EOE and participates in E-Verify

In accordance with Florida HB 531 (2025), this position requires a background screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information on screening requirements, disqualifying offenses, and the exemption process, please visit the Florida Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website.