Family Advocate Job at Mid Florida Community Services, De Leon Springs, FL

cVM4LzNSSjVmdGl2dXJQN1Erc0xrYm9wNHc9PQ==
  • Mid Florida Community Services
  • De Leon Springs, FL

Job Description

Job Details Job Location: Malloy DeLeon Springs - Deleon Springs, FL Position Type: Full Time Education Level: 2 Year Degree Salary Range: $19.00 - $21.50 Hourly Description Position Summary: Responsible for the recruitment and enrollment of eligible families. Identifies the needs of families and children in Head Start/Early Head Start and provides comprehensive case management services to empower families towards self-sufficiency. Bilingual Preferred Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm Application Process: Please apply online at . Only completed and signed applications will be considered. Benefits: Full-Time Position - Vacation, Sick, PTO, Employer-paid health benefits, Non-Matching retirement, 14 paid holidays, Pet Insurance, Basic $30,000 Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer. Essential Job Functions Recruits eligible children for Head Start/Early Head Start, including children with disabilities. Completes applications, conducts parent interviews, and manages enrollment. Schedules and documents Project Spotlight activities, ensuring follow-up. Provides case management, develops family partnership agreements, makes referrals, and follows up. Collaborates with health services to ensure child health compliance and connects families with community resources. Documents all case management activities in ChildPlus.net. Assists with scheduling initial home visits and provides subsequent visits as needed. Prepares and maintains child/family files in accordance with policies. Supports families in participating in parent events and engages with the Parent, Family, and Community Engagement Committee. Documents attendance concerns and ensures compliance with the Rilya Wilson Act. Submits reports and maintains communication with supervisors. Maintains positive communication with families, greets children during arrivals and departures, and shares community information. Participates in community activities to promote the program and increase awareness. Acts as an advocate and role model for families. Attends training and staff meetings, maintains confidentiality, and collaborates effectively with staff and community contacts. Organizes and prioritizes assignments, participates in safety drills, and adheres to regulations and standards. Participates in program monitoring, assessments, and policy adherence. Qualifications Education: Minimum High School Diploma, FDC Course, and certification in Social Work, Human Services, or related field. Must obtain First Aid/CPR certification and complete required Head Start/Early Head Start training within specified timelines. Experience: No experience required if holding a Human Services or Social Work degree or higher. Licenses & Certifications: Valid Florida driver’s license, insurable, and background checks. First Aid/CPR certified. Skills & Abilities Physical ability to perform job functions, including sitting, standing, lifting, and operating equipment. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Knowledge of community resources and early childhood issues. Ability to maintain confidentiality and reliability. Environmental Factors Location: Primary in Hernando, Sumter, and Volusia counties with occasional travel. Work Environment: Office and outdoor settings, occasional driving, and working alone or with others. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mid Florida Community Services

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Casual work, Work at office, Monday to Friday,

Similar Jobs

Channel Marketing

co Director of eCommerce / Amazon Walmart / Advanced MS Excel Job at Channel Marketing

 ...ChannelAdvisor a big plus** Manage data feeds and listings on Amazon, Walmart, Sears etc. Strong Photoshop skills to edit product images,...  ...business located in Canarsie, Brooklyn. We have a growing eCommerce division and are looking for motivated individuals that can... 

Catholic Diocese of Baton Rouge

Director of Communications Job at Catholic Diocese of Baton Rouge

 ...Catholic Diocese of Baton Rouge Director of Communications Full-Time Benefits Eligible General Statement of Duties The Director...  ...Digital Media Manager, and is responsible for all areas of internal and external communications and public relations. Education... 

DAVITA

Acute Registered Nurse Job at DAVITA

 ...your own care to be? If you haven't considered Nephrology before, read on as we think that you should. DaVita which is Italian for "giving life" is working to provide quality service to patients, partners, and teammates. Our mission is to be the Provider,... 

*US AMR-Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

Maintenance Electrician I- Full time Job at *US AMR-Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

 ...What this job involves - The Electrician at JLL is responsible for performing skilled electrical work. This role requires in-depth knowledge of electrical systems, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, clients, and... 

The Sack Company

Recruiter/HR Generalist Job at The Sack Company

 ...construction industry. We are searching for a highly motivated candidate to grow with the team and act as the right-hand person to the Recruiting Manager. As a recruiter/HR generalist, you will have frequent interaction with business leaders and company ownership while being...