Family Advocate - Beverly/Gloucester

Do you want to work on a dynamic team that collaborates to make a difference in the lives of young children and their families? Do you want to feel like you have accomplished something wonderful at the end of the day? At Pathways we nurture young children and support families impacted by economic and social inequity through programs that educate, enrich, empower and motivate. We are looking to hire a Family Advocate that brings positive energy and enthusiasm to service provision. The ideal candidate has experience working with children and families. We value collaboration and appreciate open dialogue in each program and within our corporate office and embrace the core values - respect, trust, collaboration, and opportunity. We work hard to provide a safe and respectful environment for our employees, children and families

Rate 26.50 - 30.60 per hour 35 hours 44 weeks per year

Location - 1 role, 2 shared locations - Beverly/Gloucester

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

Support families and children in accordance with Head Start Program Performance Standards and Pathways for Children programming. Demonstrate a positive work ethic, confidentiality and collaboration with staff and families to support the overall wellbeing of children served in Pathways Head Start program. Manage a caseload of children and families in Head Start and Early Head Start enrolled in Pathways. Makes referrals and completes follow-up for therapeutic and supportive services. Attend community collaborative meetings to build relationships between Pathways and outside providers.

WHAT DO YOU NEED?

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Family Service Worker Credential preferred; otherwise required within the first eighteen months of employment.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred.

Other Requirements:

• Successfully complete an employment physical
• Maintain licensor background check requirements
• Possess valid MA driver’s license and proof of auto insurance, dependable vehicle and acceptable driving record

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

Internal growth! We often hire from within to help our employees reach their greatest potential

On going training and Professional Development

Heath and Dental Insurances, Life and Long Term Disability Insurances

Retirement Plans such as 401 (K) and ROTH

Earned Time Off (sick, personal, and vacation time)

Pathways for Children provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.