Site Supervisor/Family Advocate

USE OF INFORMATION OBTAINED IN A BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION

Information obtained from a background investigation will be considered for employment purposes as permitted by federal and state law and in accordance with Chugachmiut’s policy. Information will be reviewed to determine:

• Whether an individual made false statements or material omissions on an application for employment or during an interview;
• Whether an applicant or employee, based on the job duties of the position in question, poses a threat to security and/or employee safety in the workplace; and
• The likelihood of an applicant or employee being successful and productive on the job.

The Head Start Site Supervisor/Family Advocate is a program-specific position. This is a full-time direct service position within the Chugachmiut Division of Administration. Under the supervision of the Head Start Operations Manager, the Site Supervisor/Family Advocate is responsible for oversight and operations of the local Head Start program, ensuring a safe and enriching environment for children, integrating all Head Start components into classroom activities and home visits. Promotes a healthy relationship between Head Start families and their community by implementing a strengths-based approach to family services. Encourages family involvement in the Head Start program and acts as a liaison between the classroom and the home. Fosters the belief that parents are the child’s first and most important teacher. Oversees all aspects of center staffing; develops family and community partnerships. promoting a healthy relationship between Head Start families and their community by implementing a strengths-based approach to family services. Encourages family involvement in the Head Start program and acts as a liaison between the classroom and the home. Fosters the belief that parents are the child’s first and most important teacher.

• Ensures compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations, Child & Adult Care Food Program guidelines, including traditional foods guidelines, Head Start Program Performance Standards, Chugachmiut Policies, and the Head Start Operations Manual.

• Responsible for the day-to-day supervision and scheduling of site staff. With support and guidance from the Head Start Operations Manager, conducts staff performance evaluations, provides ongoing support and supervision, and addresses disciplinary issues as needed.

• Oversees, in collaboration with the Head Start Operations Manager, the recruitment and hiring of site staff, including Substitutes. Makes recommendations for corrective action of staff to the Head Start Operations Manager.

• Responsible for effectively managing and resolving conflicts and ensuring the well-being of children and staff.

• Establishes and maintains a healthy, safe, and enjoyable working and learning environment for staff, parents, children, and visitors.

• Conducts site and facility monitoring per policies and procedures.

• Provides coverage in the absence of another staff member to ensure smooth operations of the center.

• Responsible for ensuring quality services are provided, submitting required documentation, forms, and data on time to the Management team. Helps maintain and update (when necessary) all site records.

• Submits for approval requests to order materials and supplies for classroom programs, activities and the facility.

• Orients employees to the local program and trains and instructs employees in job duties.

• Establishes partnerships with parents that are respectful, culturally sensitive, and nonjudgmental.

• Involves parents in identifying and addressing their family’s goals, strengths, and needs.

• Assists and supports parents to schedule, attend, and participate in monthly Parent Committee meetings and Parent Experiences.

• Provides a minimum of two home visits, with monthly contacts, to each family throughout the school year, providing additional home visits as needed or appropriate.

• Communicates observations, concerns, and important information about children and families with the teaching staff and management team.

• Provides support to families when health referrals are made, providing continual follow-up and documentation until services have been received.

• Develops new and strengthens existing partnerships with local, regional and state providers.

• Develops and maintains on-site community resource files.

• Documents all services provided for families.

• Promotes team building by encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among staff.

• Performs other duties as assigned or required.
  

• 18 years of age or older

• High School diploma or GED

• Must have, or have the ability and willingness to earn, at a minimum, a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling or a related field within 18 months of hire.

• Must have, or be willing to earn, a center-based preschool CDA credential or a State-awarded certificate (Alaska SEED Level 6) that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential, and be enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree, to be completed within the prescribed timeline.

• Previous experience working with preschool children is preferred.

• Must attend 15 hours of professional development training annually.

• Must obtain State of Alaska Food Safety Card or Certified Food Protection Manager Certificate and update as required.