Child and Family Advocate at EOAC Waco, TX
Job in
Waco, McLennan County, Texas, 76796, USA
Listing for:
Itlearn360
Full Time
position
Listed on 2025-12-20
Job specializations:
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Social Work
Child Development/Support, Community Health, Family Advocacy & Support Services
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Child Care/Nanny
Child Development/Support
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Child and Family Advocate job o, TX.
Job Status:
Grade 7-10, Step depending on experience and qualifications
General Responsibilities
It is the responsibility of all EOAC employees to support EOAC’s mission and goals, to respect the confidentiality of all who come to us for information or assistance, and to personally maintain the dignity and integrity of one who is placed in a position of public trust. We all bear the responsibility of improving the organization, communicating openly and empowering each other to excel at our work and maintain confidentiality of client/agency information as required by State and Federal laws, appropriate regulations, and professional practice standards.
Minimum Qualifications Must have CDA credentials, an Associate degree in social work or Social Services Certification, or a Bachelor’s Degree in Social ServicesTwo (2) years experience in social service work or adult educationShould have experience in record keepingShould have knowledge of community resourcesMust have interest in and concern for low‑income families and their children and their developmentComputer literacy (Word Processing, database and spreadsheets, Internet and email use) is requiredMust have Adult and Pediatric CPR and First Aid certificationMust have the ability to maintain records on a computer system or willing to learnMust possess a valid Texas Driver’s license and access to a privately owned vehicle with seat restraints and liability insurance for use in completing work responsibilitiesFrequent driving for home visits sometimes in outlying centers or to assist parents with transportation needsGood verbal and written communication skillsThere must be no prior convictions of child abuse/neglectMust pass pre‑employment physical and have current TB skill test/chest x‑ray with negative resultsMust have current enrollment in Child Care Division‑Criminal History Registry and FBI background clearanceMust have the ability to lift in excess of 35 poundsSpecific Responsibilities
Performs all job responsibilities in a safe mannerPerforms duties related to Eligibility, recruitment, Selection, Enrollment, and Attendance (ERSEA)Meet or exceed requirements of Family and Community Partnerships and Parent Involvement as indicated in the Head Start Performance Standards and as outlined in content area plans and policies and procedures related to the above‑mentioned areasDeals sensitively and fairly with persons from diverse cultural backgroundsEffectively communicate with colleagues, children and parents; participate in parent committee meetings as a non‑voting member; develops and maintains effective individual and group relationshipsAssess and respond to needs and recruitment of children, including children with disabilities; visits classrooms and consults with teachers on services neededMakes home visits as needed to gather information relating to children and familiesDevelop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the Family and Community Partnerships Program and Parent Involvement; in collaboration with Center Director and Family and Community Partnerships Manager, implement changes based on findingsEffectively plan the Family and Community Partnerships and Parent Involvement Program;
Provide assistance to develop education and personal plans (Family Partnership Agreement (FPA)Perform casework services with parents as needed to increase the parents’ understanding, their constructive participation in resolving their child’s problems, and their knowledge and use of available and appropriate resources (to include assurance of health screenings and follow‑up in a timely manner and in accordance with written policy and procedure)Serves as liaison between Head Start and/or Early Head Start child, home, center, and community resources, such as family services agencies, child guidance clinics, courts, protective services, doctors, and clergy membersUtilizes the referral process to help children and others use special programs and services, including counseling, emergency assistance, or crisis intervention. Assistance with follow‑up of service needs; provides information to families on available and…
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