Family Advocate

Overview

FAMILY ADVOCATE:
Final date to receive applications:
February 13, 2026 at 4 p.m.

Center: Bolivar Karlin Lane, Bolivar, MO

Work Status: 25 hours/M-F/8am-1pm, schedule may vary

OACAC Head Start is seeking motivated team members for the position of Family Advocate
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The Family Advocate is a vital part of the school family and interacts with all center staff and children daily, so they must be friendly, flexible and a team player. Advocates provide support in a case management style and act as a liaison between families, staff, the community, and other family-related services. This position is also responsible for recruitment and registration of enrolled children and families.

It is essential that this person is able to build and maintain positive relationships with children and families.

This job includes great benefits. Excellent health and dental benefits. Paid Holidays. Paid Leave. Tuition Assistance. Paid Training Opportunities. Family Friendly/Positive Work Environment. Find out more about OACAC and the Head Start Program at www.oac.ac
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Salary: $16.57 - $19.65

• Interact with center staff and children daily; be friendly, flexible and a team player.
• Provide case management support and serve as a liaison between families, staff, the community, and other family-related services.
• Recruit and register enrolled children and families.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with children and families.

• Minimum of HS Diploma/GED; willingness to attain a credential (provided by the program) within 18 months of hire or certification in Social Services or related field.
• Minimum of 21 years of age and reliable transportation.

• Degree in Social Work or a related field. Copy of transcript required with application. Case management experience.