Advocate -Head Start Program
About The Position
Under direction, the Advocate works with participants in Macomb Community Action’s Head Start program to support compliance with Head Start Performance Standards. The position conducts home visits, enrolls and registers participants, enters and monitors participant data, follows up on required screenings and assessments, and provides classroom support as assigned. It also supports parent engagement, maintains service records, helps ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinates with community partners to connect families with resources. The role requires operating an automobile for assigned duties and continues only if sufficient grant or external funding is available.
Requirements
- Associate degree or 60 completed credit hours from an accredited college or university in Human Services, Early Childhood Education/Development, Social Work, or a related field.
- One year of experience in the Human Services field.
- Possess a valid Michigan driver’s license and an operable, insured automobile for authorized travel.
- Knowledge of case management techniques and best practices, community resources and networks, and Head Start Performance Standards.
- Interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff, participants, professionals, community partners, and the public.
- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally; work supportively and without judgment; organize and manage time; understand and follow oral or written instructions; maintain accurate paper and electronic files; preserve confidentiality and professional boundaries; work independently; and act with tact and courtesy.
- Ability to effectively speak, write, and understand English.
- Ability to perform varied duties, shift between tasks, and assign, prioritize, monitor, and review work assignments.
- Ability to work in an environment that embraces the county’s Dignity Campaign.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Human Services, Early Childhood Education/Development, Social Work, or a related field.
- Ability to effectively speak, write, and understand a language other than English.
Responsibilities
- Support program participants in identifying barriers and provide resources.
- Enroll and register program participants.
- Enter data and monitor relevant data and information in participant files.
- Follow up to obtain required screenings and assessments for participants.
- Provide classroom support as assigned.
- Conduct home visits as assigned.
- Facilitate monthly Parent Committee Meetings at site locations.
- Engage parents in the Parent Curriculum, Policy Council, and other participation opportunities.
- Maintain accurate records of services provided using applicable computer software.
- Assist in ensuring compliance with Head Start and local, state, and federal regulations for early childhood programming.
- Work with community partners to provide resources and support identified needs.
- Attend professional development training and administrative team meetings.
- Operate an automobile to perform assigned job functions.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage with no monthly premium for single, two-person, or family coverage.
- Health care, dental, and vision benefits effective the first day of employment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
