Partner Family Resource Advocate

Empower Families. Build Connections. Strengthen Communities.

     Douglass Community Services, Inc. is seeking a compassionate and relationship-focused Family Advocate to support children and families enrolled in our Head Start and Early Head Start programs. This important role helps families access resources, build self-reliance, and actively engage in their child’s educational journey.

     In this role, you will partner with families to identify strengths and goals, connect them with community resources, and support positive outcomes for children and families through meaningful relationships and ongoing support.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Competitive Pay
  • $15.92 - 16.96/hour with qualifying degree
    

• Outstanding Work-Life Balance
  • Full-time schedule: 40 hours per week, 49 weeks per year
  • No weekends, or overtime required
  • Paid winter/holiday break

• Exceptional Benefits
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • FREE life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 14 paid holidays annually
  • Paid inclement weather days
  • Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities
  • Career growth and advancement opportunities

What You’ll Do

• Build positive relationships with families and encourage engagement in their child's growth and development
• Support families in identifying strengths, interests, needs, and goals through Family Partnership Agreements
• Connect families with community resources, services, and referrals that support self-reliance and family well-being
• Recruit, determine eligibility, and support enrollment, attendance, and participation of children and families
• Ensure required screenings, referrals, documentation, and follow-up activities are completed accurately and on time
• Support implementation of educational, social-emotional, prenatal, and parenting curriculums
• Collaborate with staff, community partners, and service providers to support positive outcomes for families
• Maintain confidentiality, accurate records, and mandated reporting responsibilities
• Participate in ongoing professional development and training
• Perform other duties as assigned
  

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED required
• Degree in Social Work, Early Childhood Education, Child and Family Development, or related field preferred
• Three years of experience in case management and/or parent education preferred
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively with young children and families from diverse backgrounds
• Basic computer proficiency, including word processing and data entry
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and work independently
• Valid Class E Chauffeur's License and reliable transportation for home visits required
• Ability to obtain Family Development Credential (FDC) certification and maintain CPR and First Aid certification
  

The above description is not a comprehensive listing of all job specific responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

Apply today at douglassonline.org

Douglass Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and Drug-Free Workplace.

Salary : $16 - $17