Head Start Family Advocate & Resource Liaison

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 47,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of Central Ohio is seeking a Family Advocate to lead outreach, recruitment, and enrollment of children and families for Head Start services in the Columbus area. You will assist families in utilizing community resources and connecting with program supports.

The role requires a 4-year degree in a relevant field, knowledge of Head Start regulations, and strong skills in family communication and collaboration with community partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with coursework in early childhood education, social work, human or family services or relevant discipline
• Knowledge of Head Start and State Child Care Licensing regulations and requirements
• Must be skilled in communicating with and motivating families and have an understanding of individual family development and use of various motivational and adult education principles and interventions
• Must have knowledge of family support principles, conflict resolution skills, and the ability to build relationships with community organizations and their personnel

Responsibilities

• Promotes youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility in all job-related functions.
• Recruits and enrolls eligible children and families, maintaining enrollment per program requirements.
• Works directly with families to identify and access family strengths and set family goals.
• Acts as liaison and advocate between community resources and families.
• Provides management, crisis intervention, and resource/referral services.
• Promotes parental involvement in all parent meetings and activities; ensures family involvement in governance and Head Start operations

Skills

Strong communication with families

Advocacy for children

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field

Tools

MS Office

Child Plus

Teaching Strategies GOLD

Job description

YMCA of Central Ohio is seeking a Family Advocate to lead outreach, recruitment, and enrollment of children and families for Head Start services in the Columbus area. You will assist families in utilizing community resources and connecting with program supports.

The role requires a 4-year degree in a relevant field, knowledge of Head Start regulations, and strong skills in family communication and collaboration with community partners.