Head Start Family Engagement Navigator

Upbring; George West (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PTO & paid holidays

Health, dental, vision insurance &

403(b) Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted Gym Memberships

Job summary

Upbring is seeking a Family Engagement Advocate to coordinate services with families and communities, fostering strength and healthy living. You will assist in Social Services, Health, Nutrition, Mental Health, Transitions, Inclusion, and Parent Engagement, providing referrals and crisis support.

The role emphasizes collaboration with staff and community partners, ensuring PIR data accuracy and adherence to Head Start standards. Travel may be up to 50%.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Social Services, Human Services, Family and Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or a related field.
• Ability and willingness to obtain Family Development Credential (FDC) within 12 months of hire.
• One year experience in Early Head Start and/or Head Start-related experience OR providing comprehensive services to children and families.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Family and Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or related field.
• Three years direct related experience, training, and skill assisting the parents of young children to advocate for their families.
• Family Development Credential (FDC)
• Experience with Child Plus data management system.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English based on service population.

Responsibilities

• Maintain funded enrollment levels in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards and Upbring Policies.
• Provide parent orientation to ensure families are informed about the enrollment process for Early Head Start or Head Start.
• Perform duties related to ERSEA, ensuring ongoing monitoring, compliance, and effective implementation.
• Provide ongoing case management services through collaboration by utilizing the referral process to help children and others use special programs and services, including counseling, emergency assistance, or crisis intervention.
• Ensure on-going follow up and referrals are initiated and monitored to support child health care and EPSDT requirements.
• Conduct home visits and follow-up with families, assisting in areas like parenting, child development, attendance, and wellness checks.
• Collaborate with staff, parents, and community partners to support family engagement and children’s needs.
• Ensure PIR data is current and accurate in the data management system.
• Comply with policies, procedures, Child Care Minimum Standards, and HSPPS regulations; ensure health and safety of each child.
• Use discretion and confidentiality in all matters related to families, staff, and Head Start/Early Head Start programs.
• Staff must not use corporal punishment or other forms of child maltreatment.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish and English

Education

Associate degree in Social Services / related field

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work / related field

Tools

Child Plus data management system

Job description

Upbring is seeking a Family Engagement Advocate to coordinate services with families and communities, fostering strength and healthy living. You will assist in Social Services, Health, Nutrition, Mental Health, Transitions, Inclusion, and Parent Engagement, providing referrals and crisis support.

The role emphasizes collaboration with staff and community partners, ensuring PIR data accuracy and adherence to Head Start standards. Travel may be up to 50%.