Family & Community Engagement Specialist

Upbring; Corpus Christi (TX); Presencial; USD 38.000 - 52.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive PTO & paid holidays

Health, dental, vision insurance &more

403(b) Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted Gym Memberships

Descripción de la vacante

Upbring seeks a Family Engagement Advocate to partner with families and communities to strengthen family well-being and child development. The role focuses on coordinating services across Social Services, Health, Nutrition, Mental Health, Transitions, Inclusion and Parent Engagement, including referrals and crisis assistance.

The advocate will encourage families to become advocates for their children, while coordinating with Head Start/Early Head Start programs and community partners to meet

Formación

• Associate’s degree required; willingness to obtain FDC within 12 months of hire.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred for advanced qualification.
• Experience or exposure to Early Head Start/Head Start settings preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Maintain funded enrollment levels in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards and Upbring Policies.
• Provide parent orientation to inform families about enrollment for Early Head Start or Head Start.
• Perform ERSEA duties with ongoing monitoring, compliance and effective implementation.
• Provide ongoing case management services through referrals to community resources and crisis intervention.
• Ensure follow up referrals support child health care per EPSDT requirements.
• Conduct home visits and follow-up with families on parenting, child development, attendance and wellness checks.
• Collaborate with staff, parents, and community partners to support family engagement and children's needs.
• Ensure PIR data is current in the data management system.
• Comply with policies, minimum standards and regulations; ensure health and safety of children.

Educación

Associate’s degree in Social Services, Human Services, Family and Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or a related field

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Family and Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or a related field

Family Development Credential (FDC)

Descripción del empleo

Upbring seeks a Family Engagement Advocate to partner with families and communities to strengthen family well-being and child development. The role focuses on coordinating services across Social Services, Health, Nutrition, Mental Health, Transitions, Inclusion and Parent Engagement, including referrals and crisis assistance.

The advocate will encourage families to become advocates for their children, while coordinating with Head Start/Early Head Start programs and community partners to meet