What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Advocate (Full-Time) position at Naugatuck Public Schools?
- Recruit and enroll all eligible families.
- Update, maintain and monitor all family/child documentation, (enrollment, contacts, family goals/assessments, referrals, attendance list is not inclusive).
- Home visitation as needed.
- Make referrals and follow-up for all program components.
- Assisting in the identification and assessment of community resources.
- Facilitate parent involvement in all areas of program operation.
- Availability for monthly evening parent meetings/workshops.
- Assist in linking family/child to on-going health system or community support services.
- Participate in educational and professional programs for personal and program growth and development.
- Record/document/track all pertinent health, social service and educational information in child's file and tracking systems.
- Inputs child and family information into the data collection system.
- Direct participation in classroom educational activities.
- Assist and attend in the planning and preparation of parent workshops.
- Assist in establishing and maintaining good effective communication with local educational, medical and community agencies in providing services for children and families.
- Assists in other program areas as designated by the Director.
- Visit classrooms (one) day weekly or as needed to monitor children's files and assist teachers.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and tracking/data entry systems
- Evidence of emotional maturity and stability.
- Acceptable oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work in a warm supportive and positive manner with parents, children and staff.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Good physical health.
- Good organizational time management skills.
JobID: 3531
Position Type:
Head Start / School Readiness/Family Advocate
Head Start / School Readiness/Family Advocate
Date Posted:
4/14/2026
4/14/2026
Location:
Central Avenue Preschool
Central Avenue Preschool
Date Available:
TBD
TBD
Closing Date:
04/30/2026
04/30/2026
Family Advocate
Central Avenue Preschool
The Family Advocate will assist all Component Managers in fulfilling responsibilities by:
REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION:
Bachelors or Associates Degree in Human Service, Social Work, Psychology or related
Field and one year experience in public/private agencies. In lieu of education a
combination of experience and training working with children and families will be considered. (Family Development Credential Preferred).
Supervised By: Program Managers, Director