Family Advocate

CCRC Child Care Resource Center; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous time off

Education reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

CCRC Child Care Resource Center is seeking a Family Advocate to implement Early Care and Learning services for families with children birth to 5. The role is full-time at a center, with possible night and weekend hours. Travel is limited; strong community engagement and caregiving experience are valued. Must meet background/health clearances and possess or obtain required certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in family studies, social work, or related field.
• Experience working with families and young children.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to use Zoom, Outlook, and Microsoft Office.
• Background checks and driving/DMV clearance as required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Family Partnership and Comprehensive Services (60%).
• Lead Parent Engagement and Program Governance (20%).
• Ensure Program Compliance and Administrative duties (20%).

Skills

Family services

Zoom & MS Office

Background checks

CPR/First Aid

Driver clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Family Studies/Social Work

Tools

Zoom

Outlook

Microsoft Office

Job description

Expected Hourly Pay Rate: $25.00 Work where your work matters. Work at CCRC.

CCRC prides itself as a workplace of choice for passionate talent, driven by our mission to cultivate child, family and community well-being. Whether the position works directly with the public or supports our programs, every position is vital to our mission's success and reputation as a leader. We are not your typical non-profit. We are 900+ people strong and growing!

General Summary

Under general supervision, the Family Advocate implements Early Care and Learning’s full range of services: health, nutrition, wellness, medical needs, social services, and parent involvement to families served by Early Care and Learning options while maintaining confidentiality of children, families and providers involved in the program. This position is a full time at a center location and may also require working nights and weekends. Please review full job flyer here.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Family Partnership and Comprehensive Services (60%)
• Parent Engagement and Program Governance (20%)
• Program Compliance and Administrative (20%)

Job Specifications

• Minimum Required Education: Bachelor's Degree in Family Studies, Social Work, Human Development or related field.
• Experience: Experience working with families and young children.
• Professional/Technical Certifications: Hold or ability to obtain or qualify for ( i.e., CPR, First Aid Certification, Child Development Teaching permits). Or willing to be trained and certified.
• Technical Requirements: Must have intermediate Technology skills specifically using Zoom, outlook, and Microsoft Suite, as well as the ability to learn additional platforms related to the program.
• MVR / DMV clearance in accordance with CCRC’s liability insurance provisions: For positions where driving is required.
• Child Development Permit: For positions working in an educational capacity (California Education Code Sections 44242.5, 44340, and 44341)
• CPR / Pediatric CPR certification: For certain identified positions working directly with the public in a child/ community care or child / community care adjacent setting (CA Health & Safety Code 1596.865 – 1596.866)
• Federal Debarment Checks: For positions acting in a principal capacity to federal funds (Head Start Program Performance Standards 1304.11, Code of Federal Regulations Title 2 Grants and Agreements 2.180.320 and 2.180.995)

Travel

This position requires 10% of travel. Travel will involve attending meetings, trainings, CCRC sponsored events and conferences locally a few times a month. Some overnight travel may be required. Staff members driving on behalf of CCRC may choose to drive a CCRC vehicle or own vehicle and must meet requirements to be an approved driver including holding and maintaining current auto insurance, current California Driver’s License and DMV clearance required.

Work Schedule

Works full time 40 hours a week. Hours may vary according to the needs of the center and families in their caseload. May work a non-traditional work schedule including early mornings, late evenings and weekends.

Work environment

This position works in Early Education Center. The Early Education Center includes Early Learning classrooms for children ages birth to 5, outside playgrounds and play structures, and may include regular office space and/or storage areas at larger centers.

Background & Health Clearance Requirements

Head Start / CCP Background & Health Clearance Requirements: Background requirements determined according to the requirements of the program(s) which the position will be supporting. Background check required. As a grant‑funded Agency supporting Children and Family Services, CCRC conducts background checks commensurate with the role to verify candidate qualifications (criminal history, employment history / experience, education, reference checks) and ensure grant compliance. Specific roles may have additional verification / clearance to the standard background check as part of the recruitment and selection process, including: Live Scan Clearance / DOJ Fingerprinting: For positions working directly with the public in a child/ community care or child / community care adjacent setting (CA Health and Safety Code Section 1596.871 and/or Head Start Program Performance Standards 1302.90). Health Clearance: For positions working directly with the public in a child/ community care or child / community care adjacent setting or working with “at risk” populations, CA Code of Regulations Title 22, §101216, CA Health and Safety Code 1596.7995, and/or Head Start Program Performance Standards 1302.93) MVR / DMV clearance in accordance with CCRC’s liability insurance provisions: For positions where driving is required. Child Development Permit: For positions working in an educational capacity (California Education Code Sections 44242.5, 44340, and 44341) CPR / Pediatric CPR certification: For certain identified positions working directly with the public in a child/ community care or child / community care adjacent setting (CA Health & Safety Code 1596.865 – 1596.866) Federal Debarment Checks: For positions acting in a principal capacity to federal funds (Head Start Program Performance Standards 1304.11, Code of Federal Regulations Title 2 Grants and Agreements 2.180.320 and 2.180.995)

Preferred

All minimum requirements above met, plus: Experience: 1 year of experience working with students requiring specialized educational support, including experience with Individualized Education Plans (IEP) and/or Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP) using behavioral development curriculum and specialized teaching methods

Technical Requirements (Preferred)

In addition to the above (list specifics): Advanced Technology skills specifically using Zoom, outlook, and Microsoft Suite, as well as the ability to learn additional platforms related to the program.

Bilingual Preferred

Ability to converse, read, write and/or translate in English and Armenian / Spanish

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Robust benefit offerings -Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance Basic Life Insurance and Long Term Disability paid for by CCRC Employer Contribution and Employer Match in the 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with 100% vesting
• Generous Time Off Policy-Vacation and Sick Time, Holidays, and Paid Winter Break
• Opportunities for learning and professional development, including education reimbursement
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs 501(c) (3) designation-You can apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness!

Additional Information

We have doubled in size over the past 10 years. We provide child development and early education, workforce development opportunities, child care financial assistance, Head Start preschool and Early Head Start services and more for close to 50,000 parents, children, and child care providers each month in Northern Los Angeles County, including Antelope Valley, and the entirety of San Bernardino County, including an office in Victorville, serving a total geographic area of 22,500 square miles.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Child Care Resource Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Non-Discrimination and Pay Review Policy

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Accommodations

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at [phone] ext. 6599 or email them at [e-mail].

About CCRC

Child Care Resource Center (CCRC) assists close to 50,000 parents, children, and child care providers each month in Northern Los Angeles County and the entirety of San Bernardino County serving a total area of 22,500 square miles. Since 1976, CCRC has been managing programs to assist with issues such as finding and selecting child care, child care financial assistance, school readiness, home visiting, and research and program evaluation. Children and families benefit from these programs, allowing parents to go to work and attend school, contribute to the economy and strengthen their families and the community. CCRC's early care & education specialists offer parents and child care professionals assistance ranging from finding child care and child development ages & stages to marketing child care businesses and CPR training and certification. CCRC operates and oversees Head Start Birth-5 programs for a total of 3,312 children. These programs promote school readiness and family engagement to ensure a healthy development of children and their families. Children benefit from a high quality preschool education as well as medical and dental exams. Through CCRC’s literacy campaign “What a Difference a Book Makes,” we have collected 800,000 age-appropriate books. It is the agency’s belief that the cognitive benefits of literacy are immeasurable and have a large impact on the ability of an economy to generate and sustain wealth.

Mission

CCRC cultivates child, family and community well-being.