Family Advocate - Columbus

HEAD START Family Advocate Columbus

As a Head Start Family Advocate candidates would promote children and family’s progress across the standards as outlined in the Head Start Parent, Family and Community Engagement Framework to build respectful, culturally responsive and trusting relationships with families. Individuals would also provide assistance and support to the families to ensure all state and federal standards and being met. Knowledge of local community resources as well as building new and maintaining relationships and partnerships within community entities.

Individuals must always keep our mission and our Core Values at the Forefront when working with our families and community entities. Candidates must be able to demonstrate effective communication and a non-judgmental attitude when working with staff, families and children.

Central Nebraska Community Action Partnership offers a full benefit package including Health, Dental, Life and Vision Insurance, an excellent PTO plan, EAP, and retirement plan. This position is Monday-Thursday with a flexible schedule.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Nebraska Driver’s License, reliable transportation, and a working phone
• Obtain CPR and First Aid training within 90 days of hire and maintain current certification throughout employment
• Prior experience working with Preschool aged children preferred
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred
• Pay for this position starts at $15.88 or more dependent on qualifications

Position runs from August 1st through Mid May every year.

If you need an application or assistance in applying, please contact CNCAP, Human Resource Department at  Ext 223 or apply online at  Position open until filled. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of applications.

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