Voala
Family Advocate II East/Central LA
Voala, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
VOALAHelping Our Most Vulnerable Change Their Life StoriesVolunteers of America is a non-profit human services organization committed to serving people in need, strengthening families, and building communities. VOALA provides a variety of social services to Los Angeles area communities such as Head Start programs, Upward Bound college prep programs, veterans’ services, homeless shelters, low-income housing program as well as drug and alcohol rehabilitation. Learn more at
www.voala.org .PAY RATE:
$22.11 - $23.27 PER HOURHEAD START
Through our Head Start and Early Head Start programs, we work with children (ages 2 – 5) and their families to provide the skills, confidence, and stable home life necessary for a smooth transition into kindergarten and beyond. Head Start positions are generally Monday through Friday, (10-12 months per year)JOB SUMMARY AND PURPOSEThe Family Advocate II works with the Head Start staff to provide children with a learning environment that supports each child’s age-appropriate development and prepares them to be school-ready.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESManages a caseload of families;
Makes regular home visits within established requirementsDisseminates and collects materials pertaining to services available to families
Interviews parent(s) and compiles mandated background information;
Assists families with identifying and attaining milestones of family goals
Maintains outreach and recruitment to ensure site enrollment of eligible children;
Actively participates in re-involvement efforts
Establishes child file;
Collects, maintains, updates, and disseminates information, as needed
Facilitates parent activities and training and ensures parent participation and involvementProvides health-related services to children such as vision and hearing screeningsEstablishes and maintains contacts with community-based service organizations and resources;
Initiates and follows-up on referral process in conjunction with families, teachers, and service support staff
Actively participates in the classroom environment and with parent volunteersOther duties as requiredQualifications
REQUIREMENTS:Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance, background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment, and education verificationsValid California Driver License or have means to other easily accessible transportation.Valid first aid and CPR certificationsHEALTH REQUIREMENTS:Proof at the time of hire
TB clearance within 6 months priorAnnual Influenza vaccination (between Aug 1 – Dec 1)Pertussis (whooping cough) and measles immunization
Health screening at the time of employmentRequires the ability to interact with children in a busy environment including, but not limited to:
Able to lift up to 50 lbs.Frequently kneel and squatAbility to move quickly
EDUCATION:Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services, Health, or a related fieldEXPERIENCE:1 year experience in monitoring and tracking computer dataMinimum of 3 months of casework managementPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Experience working in social work, case management, or as a health or parent involvement aid in a related program a plusBilingual in English and Spanish (written and verbal)
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www.voala.org .PAY RATE:
$22.11 - $23.27 PER HOURHEAD START
Through our Head Start and Early Head Start programs, we work with children (ages 2 – 5) and their families to provide the skills, confidence, and stable home life necessary for a smooth transition into kindergarten and beyond. Head Start positions are generally Monday through Friday, (10-12 months per year)JOB SUMMARY AND PURPOSEThe Family Advocate II works with the Head Start staff to provide children with a learning environment that supports each child’s age-appropriate development and prepares them to be school-ready.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESManages a caseload of families;
Makes regular home visits within established requirementsDisseminates and collects materials pertaining to services available to families
Interviews parent(s) and compiles mandated background information;
Assists families with identifying and attaining milestones of family goals
Maintains outreach and recruitment to ensure site enrollment of eligible children;
Actively participates in re-involvement efforts
Establishes child file;
Collects, maintains, updates, and disseminates information, as needed
Facilitates parent activities and training and ensures parent participation and involvementProvides health-related services to children such as vision and hearing screeningsEstablishes and maintains contacts with community-based service organizations and resources;
Initiates and follows-up on referral process in conjunction with families, teachers, and service support staff
Actively participates in the classroom environment and with parent volunteersOther duties as requiredQualifications
REQUIREMENTS:Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance, background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment, and education verificationsValid California Driver License or have means to other easily accessible transportation.Valid first aid and CPR certificationsHEALTH REQUIREMENTS:Proof at the time of hire
TB clearance within 6 months priorAnnual Influenza vaccination (between Aug 1 – Dec 1)Pertussis (whooping cough) and measles immunization
Health screening at the time of employmentRequires the ability to interact with children in a busy environment including, but not limited to:
Able to lift up to 50 lbs.Frequently kneel and squatAbility to move quickly
EDUCATION:Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services, Health, or a related fieldEXPERIENCE:1 year experience in monitoring and tracking computer dataMinimum of 3 months of casework managementPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Experience working in social work, case management, or as a health or parent involvement aid in a related program a plusBilingual in English and Spanish (written and verbal)
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