Social Worker/Family Advocate

Promise Early Education Center•Lewiston, ME

44d•$21 - $26

About The Position

The Family Advocate works as a liaison between Head Start families and program services, building trust, providing case management, and connecting families with community resources to support their goals. The role provides support tailored to individual family needs in health, education, nutrition, and social services. It serves families with children ages 0–5 and prenatal mothers and includes home visits, family needs assessments, goal setting, recruitment and enrollment, record maintenance, and collaboration with program staff and outside resources. The position is full-time, year-round, and scheduled for 37.5 hours per week.

Requirements

Must hold a valid Maine driver's license and have reliable transportation.
Ability to work as part of a team and independently, with initiative and attention to detail.
Bachelor's degree preferred; an associate degree or related experience will be considered.

Nice To Haves

A college degree in social work, social or behavioral sciences, human services, social services, advocacy, or a related field.
Case management experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain caseloads serving children ages 0–5 and prenatal mothers.
Interact positively with children while maintaining a strong understanding of safety and quality of service.
Build effective, trusting relationships with children and families to create a positive and receptive learning environment.
Develop individualized support plans based on family and child needs.
Record home visits and socialization attendance, and maintain accurate, up-to-date documentation.
Advocate for children and families and provide guidance and goal-setting support.
Provide ongoing support and crisis intervention through direct services as needed.
Conduct home visits and family needs assessments.
Support recruitment and enrollment.
Connect families with community resources and collaborate with program staff and outside resources.