Family Advocate
1 week ago
Baytown, United States
Harris County Dept. of Education
Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPlease note; this role is based in Houston
Primary Purpose:
To recruit and enroll students into the Head Start program, to provide parent-driven, family centered case management services and to promote parent, family, and community engagement in the Head Start program.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in social work, human services, family services, counseling or related field; or
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in an unrelated field with a credential/certificate in social work, human services, family services, counseling or related field; or
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in an unrelated field with case management work experience and obtain a credential/certificate in social work, human services, family services, counseling or related field within 18-months of hire date
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to interact with diverse populations
- Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills
- Ability to identify and solve problems
- Ability to effectively coordinate services for preschool children and their families
- Proficiency with a variety of software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Publisher and Access
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) speaking skills required
Experience:
- Two years of experience in social work, human services, family services, counseling or related area, including direct experience managing a caseload
