Family Advocate

Family Advocate Yonkers, NY Job Details Full-time $21 - $25 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance 403(b) Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Early childhood education center experience Computer operation Teamwork Report writing Microsoft Excel Writing skills Social work Bachelor's degree Decision making Human Services Productivity software Full Job Description Company Overview Family Services of Westchester (FSW) provides mental health and social services that strengthen and support families, children and individuals at every stage of their lives. With 50 innovative programs, FSW serves 30,000 individuals annually in Westchester County, New York, here to create hope, restore dignity and connect families with the resources to get back on track. Founded in 1954, Family Services of Westchester is a private, nonprofit, non-sectarian social services agency. FSW's Head Start/Early Head Start is a federal government program that was created in 1965 to give preschool children from low-income families a "head start" on their readiness for elementary school.

JOB SUMMARY

Family Services of Westchester is looking for a Full-Time Family Advocate for our Head Start program in Yonkers, NY.

RESPONSIBILITES

Identify and recruit eligible families and conduct thorough intakes to ensure maximum enrollment Build trusting relationships with families using a strengths based approach while maintaining cultural responsiveness Ensure accurate completion of all documentation, enter all information into the database Coordinate family engagement activities and parent committee meetings and provide families with referrals to community resources based on goals Effectively communicate with families, staff, management and community partners

REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Human Services, Counseling or Family Development Credential

EXPERIENCE

3+ years' experience in social, human, or family services in early childhood programs such as Head Start/Early Head Start, implementing comprehensive family services for young children and families from diverse backgrounds. SKILLS Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer (Microsoft word, excel, etc.) and office equipment, including, but not limited to, the telephone, fax machine, and copier; Requires effective writing and oral communication skills to conduct meetings and training sessions, and to prepare reports that are clear, complete, comprehensive; Knowledge of family-centered practices and local resources, customs, and language is helpful. Ability to know and implement the Head Start Performance Standards and requirements Ability to exercise professional judgment in evaluating before making decisions, Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, children, parents, outside agencies, and the public, Ability to maintain strict confidentiality at all times, including recognizing situations in which confidentiality is required, Demonstrated ability to perform multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced, challenging, and constantly changing environment. There are a variety of benefits to joining Family Services of Westchester, an organization with over 65 years of history impacting vulnerable communities. In addition to the opportunity to connect with and help thousands of residents in Westchester County, FSW offers its employees an inspiring, diverse and team-based work environment with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and 403(b). At FSW, we enjoy working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment and value the benefits of a diversified workplace that prioritizes our clients and the communities we serve. If you want to make a difference in the lives of thousands of people across the communities of Westchester, and if the position of Head Start Family Advocate speaks to your capabilities, experience and commitment to social service, please complete the online application on Indeed.com and upload your resume. Qualified candidates will be contacted by phone and/or email. FSW is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person