Job detail
Family Advocate
ECS4KIDS
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/30/2026
Location
Gainesville, Florida
Salary
$23 - $24 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The family advocate is responsible for enrolling children in the head start program and maintaining center enrollment. They also build professional relationships with families to assess needs, develop support plans, and provide necessary referrals to community services.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, with an associate degree in a human services field preferred. The role requires a valid driver's license, the ability to pass a level ii background screening, and current first aid and cpr certification.
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Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Medical insurance
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Short-term disability insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Career development
- 403(b) plan
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Employer match
- Public service loan forgiveness program