Job detail
Head Start Family Advocate Highlands I & III
Allegheny Intermediate Unit
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/2/2026
Location
Tarentum, Pennsylvania
Salary
$38,864 / YEAR
Core responsibilities
The family advocate provides direct case management and support to head start families to foster self-Sufficiency and school readiness. They coordinate community resources, facilitate family goal setting, and ensure compliance with program performance standards.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have at least a high school diploma and a minimum of 2 years of experience in family services or case management. An associate's or bachelor's degree in social work, human services, or early childhood education is preferred.
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