Family Resource Advocate

Douglass Community Services • Bowling Green, MO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Family Resource Advocate Inspire Growth - Empower Families - Strengthen Communities Do you have a passion for helping families thrive? Are you looking for a meaningful career where your work directly supports children, parents, and lasting community impact? Join our Head Start team and become a trusted partner for families as they build confidence, overcome challenges, and achieve long-term success. Through meaningful relationships and community connections, you will help create brighter futures for children and families.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work effectively with diverse families
• Computer proficiency, including data entry and documentation
• Self-motivated team player with sound judgment and a commitment to helping others succeed

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Early Childhood Education, Child & Family Development, or a related field preferred
• Experience in case management, family services, child development, or parent education preferred

Responsibilities

• Build strong, supportive relationships with families to promote engagement in child development and family well-being
• Empower families to identify strengths, set goals, and work toward self-sufficiency through Family Partnership Agreements
• Support children’s development by coordinating screenings, referrals, and follow-up services with community partners
• Recruit and enroll eligible families while supporting attendance and program participation
• Maintain accurate documentation, data entry, and timely communication with families and service providers
• Coordinating screenings, referrals, and follow-up services to meet each child's individual needs
• Collaborate with families, staff, and community partners while maintaining confidentiality and completing required training and mandated reporting responsibilities

Benefits

• Competitive Pay $15.92/hour with CDA Credential
• $16.56/hour with a qualifying degree
• Full-time schedule: 40 hours per week, 49 weeks per year
• Two-week paid winter break
• 14 paid holidays annually
• Paid inclement weather days
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual
• Comprehensive health and employee benefits package
• Ongoing professional development and credentialing opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED