Family Service Advocate - Head Start-Qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Company: Piedmont Community Actions
Location: Spartanburg
Posted on: May 27, 2023
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Job Description:
JOB TITLE: FAMILY SERVICE ADVOCATE
General Description:
Under the supervision of the Family/Community Partnership Division
Manager the Family Service Advocate will provide comprehensive
child development services for enrollees and parents by
implementing health and family service activities in the assigned
Head Start center according to federal regulations and Piedmont
Community Actions policies and procedures. These services will
include securing routine and any needed diagnostic documentation
and treatment services. Also any activities related to outreach,
recruitment and maintenance of enrollment of eligible children.
Enhance families aware of community resources and assist families
in their own efforts to improve their condition and quality of life
via referrals.
Specific Duties:
Recruits children to identify enrollees.
The Family Service Advocate is directly responsible to the
Family/Community Partnership Division Manager.There will be
on-going monitoring of the Family Service Advocate by the
Family/Community Partnership Division Manager, and an evaluation
conducted annually. The Head Start Director will serve as the
reviewer of evaluations.
Other Significant Facts:
-Must have reliable transportation, drivers' license and
insurance.
-Will be required to conduct and/or attend center parent
meetings.
-Must secure a physical examination annually.
-Highly recommend obtaining a commercial driver's license.
Must have a baccalaureate degree or a credential or certification
in social work, human services, family services, counseling or a
related field. Must have a minimum of one year's experience in the
area of family services or family partnerships. Willing to continue
education in respect of personal development. Possess an ability to
serve as an advocate for low-income families and children.
Position will remain posted until filled.
If Interested, please complete online application and return to
hr@pcasp.org along with resume and cover letter stating your
additional qualifications for the position.
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