Allegheny Intermediate Unit·McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania
The Family Advocate manages family cases, conducts needs assessments, and develops partnership agreements to support family goals. They also coordinate community resources, promote parent involvement, and ensure consistent child attendance in the Head Start program.
Duties: and Responsibilities:
Family Engagement & Case Management
Develop respectful, supportive relationships with families.
Conduct family needs assessments and develop individualized Family Partnership Agreements.
Assist families in setting and achieving goals related to education, employment, housing, health, and parenting.
Provide ongoing case management, home visits, and follow-ups to monitor progress.
Maintain confidential records and enter data in compliance with agency procedures.
Community Resources & Referrals
Identify and connect families with appropriate community services (e.g., housing, healthcare, employment).
Collaborate with local agencies and service providers to coordinate support.
Track referrals and follow-up to ensure service delivery and family satisfaction.
Parent Involvement & Advocacy
Promote and support parent involvement in all aspects of the Head Start program.
Encourage and facilitate participation in Parent Committees, Policy Council, and classroom activities.
Empower families to advocate for themselves and their children within the educational system and community.
Child Attendance & Enrollment Support
Assist in recruiting and enrolling eligible children and families into the Head Start program.
Monitor and support consistent child attendance, following up with families as needed.
Educate families on the importance of school readiness and consistent participation.
Collaboration & Teamwork
Work collaboratively with teaching staff, health staff, and administrators to support integrated services.
Market context
Family advocate openings in Pennsylvania often reflect steady demand in schools and community-based support programs, especially for candidates who can work with families, coordinate services, and document progress. This role is competitive because it requires both practical experience and specific eligibility steps, including a high school diploma, enrollment in a Strength-based Family Worker Credential program, clearances, and a driver’s license. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your credential enrollment and clearance status before applying.
Attend and contribute to team meetings, trainings, and professional development sessions.
Participate in community outreach efforts to build awareness and partnerships.
Substitute in a Head Start classroom on an as needed basis and as available.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of this position.
Reports To: Supervisor
Department: Early Childhood Education
Position Schedule: 260-day
HSEA Contract ($20.13/hourly/Annual $39,253.50 Non-Negotiable)
Benefits: HSEA Contract
Create an on-line application and upload a cover letter, resume, clearances, PDE Teaching Certificate (if applicable) and transcripts at the AIU Career Site. [https://aa009.referrals.selectminds.com/]
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The Allegheny Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, handicap, or limited English proficiency in its educational programs, services, facilities, activities or employment practices as required by Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Section 504 Regulations of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975, Section 204 Regulations of the 1984 Carl D. Perkins Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, or any other applicable federal or state statute.
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