Family Services Advocate - Baltimore County Head Start
The Y of Central Maryland
Baltimore, MD
1 day ago
Job Description
Join the Y in Central Maryland as a Family Services Advocate, where you'll support Head Start families in building partnerships and accessing vital resources. Help families enhance their engagement in education and community services, contributing to individual and community well-being.
Key Responsibilities
Recruit, enroll, and engage in collaborative partnership building with 40 families.
Conduct home visits with families based on identified tier levels.
Ensure meetings respect family diversity and cultural backgrounds.
Work with families to identify goals and necessary services.
Arrange education and interventions for family or individual needs.
Build trusting relationships with families through regular communication.
Encourage parent participation in Head Start activities.
Advocate for families to receive necessary services.
Support families in understanding child development and early education.
Connect families with local resources and collaborate with community partners.
Required Qualifications
Must pass a physical examination, background check, and fingerprinting screen.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Must have access to reliable transportation.
Basic computer literacy in email, word processing and internet navigation.
Benefits & Perks
Flexible schedulesCompetitive payGenerous paid time offMedical, dental, and vision benefitsDependent care FSAGenerous employer contribution to retirement fundOpportunities for career advancementTraining and development programs