Family Advocate - Head Start Program

Noble Hearts Hr Consulting; Selma (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Belt Community Foundation Head Start in Selma, Alabama seeks a Family Advocate for an 11-month Head Start program. You will enroll children, build strong family partnerships, and connect families to essential resources to support child development.

Responsibilities include home visits, parent meetings, coordinating community activities, and maintaining accurate records while upholding program standards and culturally responsive practices.

Qualifications

• Degree or certificate in social work, education, or related field.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Commitment to family-centered, culturally responsive practices.
• Basic computer literacy (email, word processing, internet).
• Ability to lift a child weighing 40 pounds, 20 times daily.
• CPR and First Aid certification maintained.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and enroll eligible children and families into the Head Start program.
• Support families in setting and achieving personal goals through Family Partnership Agreements.
• Facilitate home visits, parent meetings, and community engagement activities.
• Assist families in accessing education, health, and social services.
• Maintain accurate family and child records in compliance with program standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Community outreach

Computer literacy

Education

Associates/Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Job description

Family Advocate - Head Start Program (11-month position)

Are you passionate about supporting families and empowering communities? Join our Head Start team as a Family Advocate, where you'll play a key role in enrolling children, building strong family partnerships, and connecting families to vital resources.

Location: Easter Seals, Selma-Dallas County

Organization: Black Belt Community Foundation Head Start

Key Responsibilities:

• Recruit and enroll eligible children and families into the Head Start program.
• Support families in setting and achieving personal goals through Family Partnership Agreements.
• Facilitate home visits, parent meetings, and community engagement activities.
• Assist families in accessing education, health, and social services.
• Maintain accurate family and child records in compliance with program standards.

Qualifications:

• FDC and/orAssociates/Bachelor's degree in social work, education, or a related field.
• Strong communication, organizational, and community outreach skills.
• Commitment to family-centered, culturally responsive practices.
• Basic computer literacy in email, word processing and internet navigation.
• Able to lift a child weighing 40 pounds, 20 times a day if needed.
• Maintain certification in CPR and First Aid.

Apply today and be part of a mission-driven team creating lasting impact!