Family Services Advocate

Mid-Cumberland Community Action Agency; Dickson (TN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Professional development

Meaningful work

Job summary

Mid-Cumberland Community Action Agency is seeking a Family Services Advocate in Dickson, TN. This full-time role supports Head Start families toward self-sufficiency, with duties ranging from referrals and workshops to parent committee leadership and community resource navigation.

The position emphasizes advocacy, collaboration with social services, and data reporting while maintaining a strong focus on meaningful work serving children and families in the Head Start program.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Family Relations, or a related field; SSCBT or equivalent certification considered.
• Experience: Previous work with families in social services.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance, referrals, resources, workshops, trainings, and follow-up for enrolled families.
• Facilitate and provide guidance to the Parent Committee.
• Provide leadership and volunteer opportunities for parents and the community.
• Complete, monitor, and follow up on Family Partnerships, identifying family needs.
• Maintain a directory of community resources and be knowledgeable of local social service agencies.
• Advocate for Head Start families when necessary.
• Assist families in meeting the overall goal of self-sufficiency.
• Ensure effective communication between the center and community agencies.
• Collect data and prepare reports for Head Start staff; monitor data for completeness and accuracy.
• Schedule appointments and accompany children and parents as required.
• Keep parents informed through letters, newsletters, home visits, and calls.
• Recruit children for Head Start programs.
• Attend meetings and training sessions; work to obtain volunteer and in-kind contributions.
• Comply with Head Start standards and agency policies.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Family Relations, or a related field

SSCBT certification or equivalent

Job description

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Family Services Advocate

Full Time Dickson, TN, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1206

Salary Range: $20.95 To $22.05 Hourly

Mission Statement: Mid-Cumberland Community Action Agency will act as a stepping stone to create stronger communities where families with low incomes have opportunities to connect, grow, and maintain dignity.

Summary: The Family Services Advocate assists the families of children in the Head Start/Early Head Start Program to achieve the goal of self-sufficiency.

Exceptional Benefits Package

• 100% Employer-Paid Health Insurance


• 100% Employer-Paid Dental Insurance


• 100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance


• Low-Cost Vision Insurance Available


• 5% Employer Contribution to Your 401(k) After One Year of Service — No Employee Contribution Required


• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays


• Professional Development Opportunities


• Meaningful Work Serving Children and Families

Specific Duties:

• Provide assistance, referrals, resources, workshops, trainings, and follow-up for enrolled families.


• Facilitate and provide assistance and guidance to the Parent Committee.


• Provide leadership and volunteer opportunities for parents and the community.


• Complete, monitor, and follow up on Family Partnership Agreements, identifying family needs.


• Maintain a current directory of community resources; be knowledgeable of local social service agencies and their services.


• Serve as an advocate for Head Start families when necessary.


• Assist families in meeting the overall goal of self-sufficiency.


• Ensure effective communication and cooperation between the center and community agencies.


• Collect data and prepare reports for various Head Start and Early Head Start staff as requested.


• Review and monitor data for completeness and accuracy.


• Update social service data as requested.


• Schedule appointments and accompany children and parents as required.


• Keep parents informed through letters, newsletters, home visits, and telephone calls.


• Eat meals with the children when requested.


• Assist in all cleaning duties in the center as requested or required.


• Recruit children for the Head Start and Early Head Start Programs.


• Attend and participate in meetings, work groups, committees, workshops, and training sessions at local, state, regional, and national levels.


• Work to obtain volunteer and in-kind contributions for the agency.


• Work in the Head Start or Early Head Start classroom as requested by the Supervisor.


• Comply with all applicable regulations, including Head Start Performance Standards, Mid-Cumberland Community Action Agency policies, DHS Licensing Standards, and NAEYC Accreditation Standards.


• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Education and Experience Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Family Relations, or a related field. Individuals with an SSCBT or equivalent certification and at least four years of experience in social services or early childhood education will also be considered.


• Experience: Previous work with families in social services.