Head Start Family Advocate for Community Impact

Capitol Region Education Council; Wolcott (CT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Health Insurance Plans

Life Insurance (Basic & Supplemental)

Long Term Disability

Job summary

Capitol Region Education Council (CREC) is seeking a Head Start Family Advocate to engage families, assess needs, and connect them with resources to support children and family goals. The role collaborates with teaching staff to sustain family engagement and program excellence.

Responsibilities include recruitment support, enrollment, and ongoing family communication, ensuring compliance with Head Start standards while maintaining confidentiality and a positive program climate.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or related field.
• Two years of relevant experience working with families through case management or supportive services.

Responsibilities

• Engage families to determine needs and provide resources to achieve self-identified goals.
• Partner with teaching and staff to ensure ongoing communication supporting positive outcomes for children and families.
• Support recruitment, marketing, enrollment, and family engagement.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with Head Start standards and policies.

Education

Associate's Degree (AA) in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or a related field

Bachelor's Degree (BA) preferred

Job description

Capitol Region Education Council (CREC) is seeking a Head Start Family Advocate to engage families, assess needs, and connect them with resources to support children and family goals. The role collaborates with teaching staff to sustain family engagement and program excellence.

Responsibilities include recruitment support, enrollment, and ongoing family communication, ensuring compliance with Head Start standards while maintaining confidentiality and a positive program climate.