Family Advocate (Head Start, Part-time)
Family Advocate (Head Start, Part-time)
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At a Glance!Partnering with parents and teachers the part-time Head Start/EHS/ECEAP Family Advocate has the primary responsibility of serving a caseload of children and families through; conducting home visits family assessments tracking child attendance tracking routine child medical/dental care and treatment follow up. The Family Advocate also facilitates parent engagement through the identification of family strengths and needs provides community resources and referrals to overcome barriers and supports parents as the primary educator and nurturer of their child.
We currently have one opening for a part-time Family Advocate.
The Family Advocate reports directly to the Area Manager and is classified as a Social Work Assistant II under State of Washington Classified Job Specification and within the Washington Federation of State Employees for Higher Education.
This position is a non-permanent classified position working no more than 19 hours per week.This position will requirein-personwork and will be responsible for carrying out their duties at the Castle Rock Head Start location.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled.Follow Head Start:For more onLower Columbia College Head Start see theAnnual Report(Download PDF reader) and join ourSocial Mediapage.
Examples of Duties & Responsibilities
General Tasks:
Work in partnership with families to assist in their growth and development to achieve their highest potential. Establishes friendly cooperative relationships with parents.
Maintain knowledge of Head Start/EHS/ECEAP Performance Standards Washington State Administrative Code for Licensed Child Care centers and program policies and procedures.
Complete home visits and ensure monthly contact with families.
Ability to work with parents from all socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. Is aware of the unique needs of families who are impoverished from a different culture or are experiencing trauma.
Seeks and utilizes parent input into all aspects of the program: curriculum ideas for classroom home learning ideas and activities for the Center Parent Meeting/Family Events.
Teaming with parents and staff
Shares relevant information about the child and family with the Direct Service Team (Teachers Teacher Assistants Child & Family Development Specialists Family Advocates) Area Manager and other Leadership members.
Maintains child site files holds and participates in weekly case management staffing regarding families with teachers.
Interacts positively with children and parents to support their individual learning style and encourages their social-emotional development by:
Developing and maintaining a relationship with children and families which is open and friendly and encourages engagement in the program through promotion of nurturing parent-child relationships.
Is actively aware of existing and new community resources that provide child and family services.
Maintains complete objective and confidential records for children and families in accordance with program standards state and federal laws.
Typical Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- An associate or higher degree with the equivalent of 30 college quarter credits in adult education human development human services family support social work early childhood education child development psychology or another field directly related to their job responsibilities. These 30 credits may be included in the degree or in addition to the degree;orA DCYF-approved credential from a comprehensive and competency-based Family/Social Service training program that increases knowledge and skills in providing direct services to families (ECEAP).
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor of Social Work or a Bachelors Degree in human services family services counseling or a related fieldand; four years of experience as a Social Work Assistant I or equivalent.
Bilingual preferred.
Physical Requirements
Seldom 1 10% of the time
Seldon stack chairs
Seldom maintain sight and sound supervision of up to 18 children with a co-teacher
Seldom - in emergency situations pick up children up to 80 lbs. (with assistance)
Seldom - multiple uses of bleach solution for cleaning/sanitizing classroom daily/weekly
Occasionally 11 - 33% of the time
Occasionally bend over to pick up items and/or assist children
Occasionally bend over to pick up items and/or assist children
Occasionally sit either on child-sized chairs or the floor at home visits
Occasionally walk during outside play
Frequently 34 - 66% of the time
Frequently drive to and from families homes to complete home visits
Frequently extended periods of standing
Frequently lift of files and papers (up to 5lbs.)
Frequently sit for long periods of time (up to 7 hours) for data-basing or during mandatory trainings
Prior to First Day of Employment
Washington State Patrol Background Check
Sex Offender Registry Check
TB test completed within the last year
Food Worker Card
Valid Drivers License
Cleared Portable Background Check through MERIT (to include fingerprinting)
Policy Council Approval
Provide Certificate of Immunization Status (CIS) or Acceptable Version of CIS in accordance with the Washington Department of Health to include:
MMR Vaccine or proof of immunity to measles
The minimum qualifications may seem specific and limiting but we do consider candidates with relatable education experience and skills. We encourage you to apply even if you dont meet exactly whats listed. With questions about qualifications feel free to reach out to our HR team.
Supplemental Information
How to apply:
An online application must be completed for consideration. Click Apply at the top of the page to get started. Paper submissions or emailed materials will not be accepted. A complete application must also include the following documents (attached or in the online application itself):
Letter of Interest(cover letter) - describing your interest in Lower Columbia College and this position how your experience knowledge/skills education abilities etc. meet the qualifications for this position
Resume
References- please provide at least three professional references including one current or former supervisor
Unofficial transcripts
Upon request accommodations are available for persons with disabilities for the Lower Columbia College hiring process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. The Human Resources Office is accessible to persons with disabilities.
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Learn more on ourNon-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment page.
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The college encourages qualified members of protected classes to apply.
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Conditions of Employment
If you are hired you will need to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. citizenship or appropriate legal authorization to work for the duration of this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1995.
Prior to a new hire a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.
This position is part of a bargaining unit subject to the WFSE HE collective bargaining agreement.
The College is committed to maintain an environment for teaching and learning which is free of drugs and alcohol.
If you are hired and are proficient in Spanish you will have to take a Spanish proficiency test to receive the 5% assignment pay.
Anticipated Start Date
LCC offers two start dates for new employees - the 1st and 16th or the closest working day.
Employment Type
Part-Time
