Family Advocate - Bilingual

Please note; this role is based in Houston!

Primary Purpose:

To recruit and enroll students into the Head Start program, to provide parent-driven, family centered case management services and to promote parent, family, and community engagement in the Head Start program.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in social work, human services, family services, counseling or related field; or
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in an unrelated field with a credential/certificate in social work, human services, family services, counseling or related field; or
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in an unrelated field with case management work experience and obtain a credential/certificate in social work, human services, family services, counseling or related field within 18-months of hire date

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interact with diverse populations
• Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills
• Ability to identify and solve problems
• Ability to effectively coordinate services for preschool children and their families
• Proficiency with a variety of software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Publisher and Access
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) speaking skills required

Experience:

• Two years of experience in social work, human services, family services, counseling or related area, including direct experience managing a caseload