Job Description
VOALA
Helping Our Most Vulnerable Change Their Life Stories
Volunteers 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 programs as well as drug and alcohol rehabilitation. Learn more at
PAY RATE: $23.80 - $25.05 PER HOUR
BENEFITS: VOALA offers competitive medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits.
HEAD 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 PURPOSE
The 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 RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages a caseload of families; Makes regular home visits within established requirements
Disseminates 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 involvement
Provides health-related services to children such as vision and hearing screenings
Establishes 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 classroom environment and with parent volunteers
Other duties as required
Qualifications REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance, background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment and education verifications
Valid California Driver License or have means to other easily accessible transportation
Valid first aid and CPR certifications
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS:
Proof at the time of hire TB clearance within 6 months prior
Annual Influenza vaccination (between Aug 1 – Dec 1)
Pertussis (whooping cough) and measles immunization
Health screening at the time of employment
Requires ability to interact with children in a busy environment including, but not limited to: Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Frequently kneel and squat
Ability to move quickly
EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services, Health or related field
EXPERIENCE:
1 year experience in monitoring and tracking computer program data
Minimum of 3 months of case work management
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience working in social work, case management, or as a health or parent involvement aid in a related program a plus
Bilingual in English and Spanish (written and verbal)
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Job Tags
Hourly pay, Monday to Friday,