Family Advocate for the Macomb/McDonough County Area. This position is full-time, part-year. 

Starting pay is $19.54 per hour. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

Requires the commitment to Parents as educators of their own children. 

Within 18 months of hire, a minimum of a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or a related field. Prefer an associate degree or higher in Human Development or a related field or willingness/ability to obtain one of the above within two years from date of employment. 

Requires knowledge or prior experience in child development and early childhood education and the principles of child health safety and nutrition. 

Requires knowledge and experience in family dynamics, adult learning principles, and skilled in communicating with and motivating people. 

Requires knowledge of community resources and the skills to link families with appropriate agencies and services. 

Requires ability and willingness to follow and comply with written and verbal directions, assignments, and instructions from appropriate Supervisory staff. 

Requires oral and written communication and mathematical skills sufficient to complete program records and reports, understand written program materials, and communicate with preschool children, their families, staff, and the agency effectively. 

Requires effective organizational and time management skills in order to complete program records, prepare required reports, arrange scheduling of clients, and submit required program materials according to agency timelines. 

Requires the ability to travel area wide, and to access the homes of clients within a designated territory. Requires reliable transportation, a valid Illinois driver’s license, and proof of agency requirements for automobile insurance. 

If you are interested in applying for this position, please email us at hr@pactheadstart.com. An online application is also available here: Job Application Form