Bilingual Family Advocate

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Regular Full-Time 40 hours

Central Falls, RI, US

Salary Range: $46,668.00 To $52,500.00 Annually

Providence, RI, Pawtucket, RI, Central Falls, RI (you may be placed at any of our sites that have openings or be expected to float to other sites)

Reports To:

Family Development Supervisor

Full-Time - Monday through Friday - 8 Hour Shifts

Are you passionate about empowering families, building strong community connections, and helping children thrive? Children’s Friend is looking for a Bilingual Family Advocate to join our Early Head Start/Head Start team. This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families.

• Supporting families with parenting education, health and nutrition guidance, and home management skills
• Leading home-based parent-child activities that encourage positive bonding
• Connecting families to community resources and services
• Promoting parent engagement through volunteering and program activities
• Partnering with parents to create Family Partnership Agreements that focus on their strengths and goals
• Helping ensure our services meet Head Start/Early Head Start performance standards
• Serving as a champion for families
  , advocating for their needs across home, school, and community

• A Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Child Development, or a related field (Associate’s degree + relevant experience considered)
• Experience working with at-risk families (preferred)
• Strong relationship-building skills and a deep sense of empathy
• The ability to view families through a lens of empowerment
• Bilingual fluency strongly preferred
• A valid driver’s license, insurance, and reliable transportation

At Children’s Friend, we believe every child deserves a strong start. As part of our team, you’ll have the chance to grow professionally, contribute meaningfully, and be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your efforts matter every day.

We are committed to equity and diversity in the workplace. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at talent
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• Medical Dental and Vision coverage
• Employer contributions to the 403(b) plan
• Employer-paid Life and Disability insurance
• Flex Spending Accounts
• 12 Holidays
• Competitive Vacation Benefits
• Training and Professional Development
• Education Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance