Family Advocate

East Missouri Action Agency, Inc.; Sainte Genevieve (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Globe Life Options

Paid time off

Job summary

East Missouri Action Agency seeks a Family Advocate to support Head Start families. The role focuses on helping parents access benefits, strengthen parenting skills, and coordinate health services for children.

The position requires driving, background checks, and a commitment to maintaining health and safety standards. Starting pay is $16.40–$16.81 per hour with a comprehensive benefits package and full-time hours.

Qualifications

• Applicant must be 18 or older and possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Three years of experience with adults and young children, or a related two-year degree.
• Background check is required; valid driver’s license and transportation required.
• Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds and work in moderate noise; ability to drive in poor weather.

Responsibilities

• Help parents provide Head Start benefits and improve parenting skills.
• Identify family resources and assist families in obtaining services.
• Coordinate and implement health and mental health services for enrolled children.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

East Missouri Action Agency has an opening for a Family Advocatein Head Start.

This position is responsible for helping parents provide their children with benefits of participation in Head Start and working with parents to improve their parenting skills; assisting parents in identifying family resources and needs and then helping families obtain services to meet the identified needs; and coordination and implementation of health services and mental health services, as well as follow-ups to these services as needed for all enrolled children in the assigned area.

Applicant must be 18 or older and possess a high school diploma or GED. Must have three (3) years experience in working with adults and young children or two (2) year degree in a related field. An annual physical exam, TB test and valid driver's license, proof of insurance and reliable transportation are required. Candidate must be able to lift up to 10 pounds easily, work in moderate noise levels and drive in poor weather conditions. Good written and oral communication skills are also required. Knowledge of health related issues that pertain to children and families, professional appearance and demeanor, good attendance and participation in all appropriate training are a must.

This position works 40 hours/week on Monday - Friday. Starting pay is $16.40-$16.81/hour with an excellent benefit package that includes the following:

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance Options (after 60 days)
• $25,000 of Employer Paid Life Insurance (after 60 days)
• Voluntary Life Insurance Options
• 403(b) Retirement Employee Contribution Option
• 403(b) Retirement Employer Contribution (after 1 year)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Insurance Options through Globe Life
• Summer and Christmas Break

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check. EMAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-verify.

Application Deadline: September 23, 2026 Target Start Date: October 5, 2026