Family Empowerment Advocate - Flexible Hours

Ohio Head Start Association, Inc.; Greenville (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Ohio Head Start Association, Inc. seeks a Family Advocate in Greenville, OH. You will work with families to assess strengths, set goals, and guide them toward healthy self-reliance while supporting children's transitions to kindergarten.

Responsibilities include recruiting and enrolling eligible families, maintaining enrollment, coordinating family events, and partnering with community resources. Must lift 40 lbs, have a valid driver’s license, and possess strong interviewing and listening

Qualifications

• Within 18 months of hire, obtain credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling or related field.
• Associate’s degree in related field preferred.
• If no related degree or credential, 2 years social services experience required.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs. and work flexible hours.
• A valid driver’s license and driving history acceptable to insurer.
• Excellent interviewing and active listening skills.
• Must be knowledgeable about drug culture in our communities.

Responsibilities

• Work with families to assess their strengths and support them in setting and meeting goals.
• Recruit, complete and maintain enrollment with eligible families.
• Plan and co-facilitate Parent Meetings and Family Fun Nights.
• Use tools available through Head Start programs to identify obstacles and surmount them.
• Provide ongoing support, helping families accomplish identified goals.
• Enter data in real time to ensure program integrity.
• Partner with local community resources and agencies.
• Advocate for families toward healthy self-reliance.

Skills

Active listening

Interviewing

Communication

Flexibility

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree in related field

Credential in social work / human services / counseling

Job description

Ohio Head Start Association, Inc. seeks a Family Advocate in Greenville, OH. You will work with families to assess strengths, set goals, and guide them toward healthy self-reliance while supporting children's transitions to kindergarten.

Responsibilities include recruiting and enrolling eligible families, maintaining enrollment, coordinating family events, and partnering with community resources. Must lift 40 lbs, have a valid driver’s license, and possess strong interviewing and listening