Family Advocate (Part Time) Position Available In Cheshire, New Hampshire

Family Advocate (Part Time) 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars Keene, NH Part-Time Family Advocate – Head Start Program This position will begin in mid-August 2025 and follows a school-year calendar, with time off during the summer months.

Work day/time:

Mon, Tues, Thurs & Friday 8:30a-2:30p. Wednesday 10:30a-4p

About Us:

Southwestern Community Services (SCS) Head Start is a federally funded early childhood education program with five NAEYC-accredited centers. We are dedicated to promoting school readiness and providing comprehensive early childhood services to children from income-eligible families.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a compassionate Part Time Family Advocate who will work under the direction of the Family Servies and Community Partnerships Manager to ensure the families in our program are supported. Head Start promotes ongoing professional development, and Family Advocates are required to attend various training opportunities, staff meetings and cover in the classroom as needed. Family Advocates must become familiar with and adhere to NH State Child Care Licensing Rules and Head Start Performance Standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide ongoing support to Head Start families and children, helping them identify strengths, set goals, and connect to community resources. Support families through school referrals and transitions. Organize monthly family engagement activities like meetings, workshops, and training. Encourage parents to participate in their child’s education. Maintain the ChildPlus database with confidential child health and education records, contact notes, family goals, attendance, and program reports. Handle in-kind paperwork, monthly reports, and child health screenings. Collaborate with Social and Emotional Coaches to implement the Pyramid Model parent training, enhancing parent skills and knowledge. What we

Value:

Teamwork and Collaboration Trustworthiness Adaptability and Flexibility Compassion Creativity and Innovation Dependability Judgment Ability to

Manage Multiple Priorities Qualifications:

Associates required, Bachelor’s degree preferred in social work, Human Services, Family Services, Counseling, or a related field. Experience working with pre-school aged children and their families. Computer experience is a must. Must be willing to step into the classroom or kitchen when needed for coverage. Perform other essential duties and responsibilities as assigned. Availability to travel within Cheshire county for home visits, meetings, and training. Available and willing to work a flexible schedule based on family and center needs. Why Join Us?

Impactful Work:

Make a difference in the lives of children and families.

Collaborative Environment:

Work with a supportive team dedicated to early childhood education.

Professional Growth:

Opportunities for ongoing training and development.

Position Details:

Part-Time School year schedule (mid-August to mid-June) Summers off

Location:

Newport, NH How to

Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to eweber@scshelps.org.

Pay:

$19.46 – $20.53 per hour Expected hours: 29.5 per week

Benefits:

Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Mileage reimbursement

Schedule:

Day shift Application Question(s): This position is part time (29.5 hours per week), Monday-Friday, with the summer off, does this schedule work for you?

Experience:

Social work: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person