Family Advocate (Saline County)

Missouri Valley Community Action Agency • Marshall, MO

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

MVCAA is looking for a motivated individual to fulfill the Community Action Promise and work towards our mission of "Engaging communities and coordinating resources to improve the lives of people experiencing poverty." The Family Advocate will advocate for families enrolled in our Head Start program by supporting their life goals and aspirations, assisting families as they work through barriers, and connecting them to valuable resources that will improve their current situations. The Family Advocate will use a strengths-based approach during home visits, with the focus always being on the family’s well-being. Must be knowledgeable about community resources, and willing to find options for families when resources are limited. Strong communication skills are essential as networking with other professionals is essential when addressing the needs of our families.

Requirements

• Knowledgeable about community resources
• Willing to find options for families when resources are limited
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to operate a computer and keyboard, printer/copier, and other office equipment.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and travel by car to meetings at a distance from work site.

Responsibilities

• Engages in mutually respectful goal-oriented relationships with families and community resource providers
• Respects and responds appropriately to the culture, language, values, and family structures of each family served.
• Supports families’ safety, health, financial stability, life goals, and aspirations
• Meets regularly with assigned families in the natural home, other placement, and/or vocational settings
• Enhances parent-child relationships and supports parents’ role as the first and lifelong educators of their children.
• Participate in parent-child interactions through at-home activities

Benefits

• Choice of different tiers for medical, dental and vision plans with low premiums
• Generous 403b retirement plan that provides 50% match of what you contribute into the plan
• Annual leave
• Sick leave
• Paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed