Family Advocate Supervisor

Family Development Services; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Development Services in Indianapolis, IN, is seeking an experienced Family Advocate Supervisor to lead and support our Family Engagement team. This role provides coaching, supervision, and guidance to Family Advocates and Family Support Specialists within Head Start programs.

The position emphasizes supervising staff, improving family engagement, and ensuring program outcomes in a Head Start setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in social work or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Minimum 3 years' experience working with families in low-income communities, including supervisory experience.
• Strong leadership, coaching, case management, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data management systems.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and develop Family Advocates and Family Support Specialists.
• Support family engagement, family self-sufficiency, and school readiness initiatives.
• Monitor family services performance, documentation, and program outcomes.
• Collaborate with Education, Mental Health, Disabilities, Health, and Nutrition teams.
• Assist families in accessing community resources and support services.
• Analyze family data and ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards.
• Conduct staff training, coaching, and performance evaluations.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Case management

Relationship-building

Data management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Family & Child Development, Human Services, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: St Peters Administration Office - Indianapolis, IN 46201, Position Type: Full Time, Family Development Services is seeking an experienced Family Advocate Supervisor to lead and support our Family Engagement team. This position provides coaching, supervision, and guidance to Family Advocates and Family Support Specialists while promoting positive outcomes for children and families enrolled in our Head Start programs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and develop Family Advocates and Family Support Specialists.
• Support family engagement, family self-sufficiency, and school readiness initiatives.
• Monitor family services performance, documentation, and program outcomes.
• Collaborate with Education, Mental Health, Disabilities, Health, and Nutrition teams.
• Assist families in accessing community resources and support services.
• Analyze family data and ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards.
• Conduct staff training, coaching, and performance evaluations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Family & Child Development, Human Services, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working with families in low-income communities, including supervisory experience.
• Strong leadership, coaching, case management, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data management systems.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.