Family Service Advocate/Center Aide

Community Concepts • Paris, ME

7d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Family Service Advocate at our Riley Early Learning Center in South Paris. A Family Service Advocate is part of a team, providing support and resources to enrolled families in the center. This position is 20 hours year-round with an anticipated August 2026 start.

Requirements

• Minimum H.S. diploma or GED, with commitment to complete credential in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or a related field within 18 months of hire
• Minimum 1 year experience working with families and/or children
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Considerable stamina to regularly lift, bend, carry and perform other high-energy activities
• A valid driver's license
• Competency with Microsoft Office
• Ability to function autonomously and as part of a team
• Ability to obtain and maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications
• Pre-employment physical, SBI, DMV, Maine Sex Offender Registry, DHHS fingerprinting, fraud, and federal debarment background checks must be completed upon offer of hire and as a condition of employment
• Valid driver's license and travel within the service area is required

Responsibilities

• Engage with families to collaboratively build partnerships to identify strengths and needs
• Maintain records, including medical and immunizations for enrolled children
• Encourage and support family’s engagement in their child’s development
• Support families in organizing activities, committees, and educational workshops
• Collaborate with families to establish a source of continuous, accessible, coordinated developmental, health, and dental care

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• 13 paid holidays per year
• 403(b) pension plan with agency match
• Community Concepts is a qualified employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• Numerous opportunities for paid training

What This Job Offers

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