Job detail
Family Advocate
YWCA Metropolitan Chicago
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/29/2026
Location
Addison, Illinois
Core responsibilities
The family advocate works with families and child care partners to build trusting relationships and assist families in achieving self-Sufficiency. Responsibilities include recruiting and enrolling families, conducting home visits, and ensuring compliance with head start performance standards.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a credential or degree in social work, human services, or a related field, with a bachelor's degree preferred. The role requires the ability to travel, pass a background check, and work collaboratively with diverse populations.
bachelor degreeprofessional certificateCommunicationDocumentationAdaptabilityCollaborationInterpersonal skillsProblem-solvingCompliance monitoringRelationship buildingTime managementData entryGoal settingCase managementCommunity outreachEarly childhood developmentResource coordinationFamily advocacy