Macomb County Government · 8 hours ago
Advocate -(Part-time) Head Start Program
Macomb County, MI
Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$21.19/hr - $27.41/hr
1+ years expMacomb County Government is seeking an Advocate for their Head Start Program. This role involves working with program participants to achieve compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, conducting home visits, and providing classroom support as needed.
Non Profit
Responsibilities
Supports program participants in identifying barriers and providing resources
Enrolls and registers program participants for the program
Performs data entry and monitors pertinent data and information of program participant files
Provides follow-up to obtain mandated screenings and assessments of program participants
Provides classroom support as assigned
Conducts home visits as assigned
Facilitates monthly Parent Committee Meetings at site locations
Engages parents in participation in the Parent Curriculum, Policy Council and other engagement opportunities
Maintains accurate records of all services provided while using applicable computer software
Assists in ensuring compliance with Head Start, Local, State and Federal regulations for early childhood programming
Works with community partners to provide resources and support identified needs
Attends professional development training and administrative teams meetings
Operates an automobile to perform assigned job functions
Performs related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Associate degree or 60 credit hours completed from an accredited college or university in Human Services, Early Childhood Education/Development, Social Work or a related field
One (1) year of experience in the Human Services field
Possession of a valid Michigan driver's license and operable, insured automobile for authorized travel
Case management techniques and best practices
Available community resources and networks
Head Start Performance Standards
Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with staff, program participants, professionals, community partners and the public
Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
Assigning, prioritizing, monitoring and reviewing work assignments
Communicate clearly in a professional manner
Work in a professional, supportive and non-judgmental manner
Organize and manage time effectively
Work in an environment which embraces the county's Dignity Campaign
Effectively speak, write and understand the English language
Understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions
Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
Work independently
Conduct oneself with tact and courtesy
Preferred
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Human Services, Early Childhood Education/Development, Social Work or a related field
Company
Macomb County Government
With a growing population and sound government practices, Macomb County offers extensive business opportunities, beautiful natural resources and a richly diverse culture.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.25MKey Investors
Consumers Energy Foundation
2022-04-25Grant· $0.25M
Leadership Team
Jako van Blerk
Chief Information Officer
Robyn DiCristofaro
Service Partner
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