Head Start Family Success Advocate

Excel Learning Centers; Wilmington (NC); Presencial; USD 45.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Employee childcare discount

No nights or weekends

Collaborative team

Descripción de la vacante

Excel Creative Early Learning, part of Early Learning Academies (ELA), is seeking a Family Advocate to oversee family development, health, nutrition, disabilities support, and enrollment services for our Head Start program. This role integrates services for children and families, provides referrals and resources, and ensures compliance with Head Start Performance Standards.

You will coordinate referrals, train staff on case management, and engage with parents to support child development.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, or related field.
• Experience working with young children (birth to kindergarten) preferred.
• Strong computer skills and ability to manage databases.
• Knowledge of community resources, particularly in health and disabilities.
• Excellent communication, organization, and crisis management skills.
• Ability to travel frequently between centers (Travel is 80%).

Responsabilidades

• Support families through needs assessments, referrals, and follow-ups.
• Oversee enrollment and recruitment based on eligibility guidelines.
• Conduct audits, maintain records, and provide reports.
• Train staff on case management, transitions, and documentation.
• Coordinate health, dental, nutrition, and mental health services.
• Engage with parents to support child development and health care access.
• Represent the program in the community and build partnerships.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Crisis management

Computer skills

Travel flexibility

Educación

Bachelor's degree in social work / related field

Herramientas

Database software

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Excel Creative Early Learning, part of Early Learning Academies (ELA), is seeking a Family Advocate to oversee family development, health, nutrition, disabilities support, and enrollment services for our Head Start program. This role integrates services for children and families, provides referrals and resources, and ensures compliance with Head Start Performance Standards.

You will coordinate referrals, train staff on case management, and engage with parents to support child development.