Child & Family Services Advocate (49500)

St Anne's Family Services•Los Angeles, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join us at St. Anne’s Family Services: Making a Difference in Families' Lives About Us: St. Anne's Family Services is dedicated to transforming lives and communities. We're committed to providing unwavering support to families, from pregnancy to parenthood and childhood to adulthood. Our work brings about life-changing transformation, and we're seeking a Health Educator to join our team and be a vital part of this mission. 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. Anne’s 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.

Requirements

Associate's degree, or a Family Development Credential and high school diploma/GED required.
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.
Proficient computer skills, including all Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)
Valid CA Class C Driver’s License required
Valid Auto Insurance required
Access to a reliable automobile

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Bilingual English and Spanish, Tagalog, or Korean, strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Health team, other departments, and families to individualize and support children's 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.