Head Start Family Advocate - Bilingual (Full-Time)

LUZERNE COUNTY HEAD START; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Sick Time

Personal Time

Job summary

Luzerne County Head Start is seeking an advocate to support Head Start families at Hazleton centers. The role focuses on helping families access community resources and connect with services in line with Head Start standards.

The candidate should have an AAS degree in Human Services or related field, and bilingual English/Spanish is a plus; prior experience in advocacy or social services is preferred, with a 37.5-hour work week and a short-term school-year schedule.

Qualifications

• AAS Degree in Human Services or related discipline is required.
• Experience in community advocacy or social services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for and work with Head Start families in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards.
• Help parents strengthen knowledge of community resources and link families with appropriate agencies and services.

Skills

Bilingual EN/SP

Education

AAS Degree in Human Services

Job description

Luzerne County Head Start is seeking an advocate to support Head Start families at Hazleton centers. The role focuses on helping families access community resources and connect with services in line with Head Start standards.

The candidate should have an AAS degree in Human Services or related field, and bilingual English/Spanish is a plus; prior experience in advocacy or social services is preferred, with a 37.5-hour work week and a short-term school-year schedule.