Child & Family Services Advocate (48006)

Join us at St. Annes Family Services: Making a Difference in Families Lives

About Us: St. Annes Family Services is dedicated to transforming lives and communities. Were committed to providing unwavering support to families from pregnancy to parenthood and childhood to adulthood. Our work brings about life-changing transformation and were seeking a Health Educator to join our team and be a vital part of this mission.

Why Choose Us:

• Making a Difference: Every day youll contribute to breaking the cycles of poverty and ensuring families stay together creating a lasting impact by supporting our teams.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a passionate team dedicated to our mission where your insights and expertise are valued.
• Professional Growth: We support your career development and offer training to help you grow.
• Community Impact: Become part of a trauma informed organization that makes a positive difference.
• Work-Life Flexibility: We offer hybrid schedules for many roles and a 9/80 work schedule.

Salary and Benefits:

• Pay rate is $24.25-$25.48/hourly
• Paid Time Off: 10 paid holidays and a generous PTO policy
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Medical Non-Stop Benefits Card (we pay for most medical services and copays!)
• Dental and Vision Insurance Pet Insurance
• Chiropractic and Acupuncture services 20 visits per year
• Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• 403(b) Company Match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• And more!

Compensation: In accordance with California law the expected salary range for this position is posted with this position. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

About the Program: The Early Childhood Education (ECE)program is an Early Head Start and Head Start program that services children ages birth to 5 years of age and their families. Our program supports school readiness by focusing on health mental health nutrition family engagement and social/emotional development. All of our Early Childhood Education services are free to eligible families.

Role Summary: As a Child & Family Service Advocate within St. Annes Early Childhood Education department you will directly impact young children ages 0-5 years old and their families. You will promote family wellness parent engagement and support the implementation of the family partnership process. You will be a liaison between classroom and home settings and will be required to travel between the Main Office and Early Childhood Education centers located in Los Angeles and Lynwood as needed. At times if necessary home visits may occur. Mileage reimbursement is offered for travel.

• Schedule: Monday Friday 07:00 AM 03:30 PM
• Non-exempt Full-time
• Location:Los Angeles CA and Lynwood CA
  • Based out of Main Campus located at: 155 N Occidental Blvd Los Angeles CA 90026

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Health team other departments and families to individualize and support childrens health services including postpartum and newborn home visits.
• Provide health education to parents and education staff; alert families of pending health assessment requirements.
• Liaise with medical and dental providers to obtain exams follow-ups and documentation for medical conditions medication administration and other health-related concerns.
• Conduct classroom observations file reviews and data entry into Child Plus; maintain accurate records and inventory of health supplies.
• Coordinate with the Department of Public Health during outbreaks complete medication consent forms with guardians and participate in LACOE Nutrition consultant monitoring visits; travel to centers as needed.

Qualifications:

• Associates degree or a Family Development Credential and high school diploma/GED required. Bachelors degree preferred.
• One year of experience in a social service or educational setting involving Head Start and other educational and community service programs that promote family and student engagement required.
• Bilingual English and Spanish Tagalog or Korean strongly preferred.
• Proficient computer skills including all Microsoft programs (Excel Word Outlook PowerPoint etc.)
• Valid CA Class C Drivers License required
• Valid Auto Insurance required
• Access to a reliable automobile

St. Annes Family Services is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply!