CHILD & FAMILY ADVOCATE
Company: Family Star
Location: Aurora
Posted on: January 19, 2023
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Job Description:
Description:
About Family Star Family Star Montessori School has provided a
transformative early childhood education for over 25 years. Just
one of a handful of institutions across the country that is both a
Montessori school and an Early Head Start/Head Start agency, Family
Star fosters holistic programming to children and families. Family
Star's unique non-profit program operates from two locations in the
heart of beautiful Denver, Colorado. Its Montessori program,
aligned with the principles and practices of the Association
Montessori Internationale, is committed to supporting children and
families of all backgrounds and abilities in a language-rich,
family-focused, economically diverse environment. Family Star
Employment Opportunities Family Star is currently seeking to fill
the position of Child & Family Advocate at our Northeast location.
If you want to make a difference in the lives of some of Denver's
most vulnerable population, Family Star is the place for you! Major
Child & Family Advocate Responsibilities include, but are not
limited to: - Recruit families for our center-based programs. -
Collaborate with the School Director in the daily operation and
provide focused support for family recruitment and enrollment for
the center-based programs, - Collaborate with home-based team in
recruitment efforts.
Requirements:
Child & Family Advocate Requirements: - GED/High School diploma or
higher. - Minimum of 3 years' experience working in a professional
office environment, with excellent written, oral communication and
organizational skills. - Experience with case management,
confidentiality regulations, helping people access information and
services. - Must be motivated and able to work independently as
well as part of a team. - Must demonstrate a positive attitude with
a commitment to customer service. - Must have oral and written
proficiency in the English language. - Must be able to work the
hours of the position based on the organization's needs. - Must
have continuous possession of a valid Colorado driver's license and
auto insurance and reliable transportation. - Must have current
Infant/Child CPR, First Aid, Universal Precautions or they must be
obtained within the initial review period. - Must complete
clearance of a background check, post-offer, and pre-employment
physical. Desired Qualifications/Skills/Licenses/Certifications: -
Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work or a related field
preferred. - Fluent in Spanish - Background and experience in
marketing early childhood programs. - Family and community
engagement skills for recruiting families. - Self- starter. -
Experience working in Early Head Start or Head Start. - Experience
working in a Montessori environment. - 3 or more years working with
children 0-6. Physical Requirements: - This position requires the
ability to perform the following job requirements, with or without
reasonable accommodations: driving/sitting a car; walking;
standing; bending; typing; kneeling/sitting on the floor; rising
from kneeling/sitting position; lifting and carrying children up to
age 6 years of age; and raising arms above the head; independent
thinking, and ability to meet time-sensitive deadlines.
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Keywords: Family Star, Aurora , CHILD & FAMILY ADVOCATE, Other , Aurora, Colorado
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