Head Start Family Service Advocate

Rocky Boy Schools; Box Elder (MT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocky Boy Schools is seeking an qualified candidate for a role in human services on site in Montana. An Associate of Arts Degree in Human Services and at least one year of related experience are required, with preference for familiarity with Head Start standards and Native American preschool contexts.

The position requires a Montana driver's license, a clean driving record, access to a personal vehicle, and the ability to obtain CPR/First Aid, as well as physical and TB testing after employment.

Qualifications

• Associate of Arts Degree in Human Services
• One Year of human services experience
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered
• Working knowledge of principles of family functioning, child development, and dynamics concerning child abuse
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, peers and other professionals
• Experience working with Native American preschool children and their families
• Knowledge of Head Start Program Performance Standards
• Montana Drivers license, clean driving record and access to vehicle
• Must obtain CPR/First Aid training upon employment
• Must obtain physical and TB test upon employment

Skills

Communication skills

Human services experience

Family functioning knowledge

Child development knowledge

Native American preschool experience

Driver's license

Education

Associate of Arts Degree in Human Services

Bachelor's degree in social work, community service or related field

Job description

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate of Arts Degree in Human Services


• One Year of human services experience


• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered


• Working knowledge of principles of family functioning, child development, and dynamics concerning child abuse


• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, peers and other professionals


• Experience working with Native American preschool children and their families


• Knowledge of Head Start Program Performance Standards


• Montana Drivers license, clean driving record and access to vehicle


• Must obtain CPR/First Aid training upon employment


• Must obtain physical and TB test upon employment

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in social work, community service or related field


• Two or more years of human service experience