Family Service Advocate - Mosaic Early Learning

Family Service Advocate - Mosaic Early Learning (283)

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Location: Camden, NJ Job Type/Status: Full Time

Salary: 45,000 per year

This position requires staff to integrate parent and family engagement strategies into all systems and program services to support family well‑being and promote children’s learning and development. It requires knowledge of ERSEA (eligibility, recruitment, selection, enrollment, attendance), participation in ongoing recruitment processes, and tracking, monitoring, and supporting children’s attendance. role also assists with the completion of child health requirements and other required screenings and assessments, and supports the larger system of social services coordinated by Head Start, thereby supporting program goals.

• Recruits prospective parents and assists with the enrollment process.
• Promotes and provides culturally competent client care and staff interactions that respond respectfully to the strengths and skills of diverse ethnicities, cultures, languages, socio‑economic classes, disabilities, religions, genders, sexual orientation, and other diversity related factors.
• Coordinates with center staff to promote parent engagement, such as opportunities to volunteer, Policy Council, and parent committee meetings.
• Introduces and supports families with completing the family needs assessment and family partnership agreement/goal setting.
• Assists with the completion of the child health screening and other required screens and assessments, and refers children and/or families as needed.
• Provides health, safety, family literacy activities to parents, as appropriate.
• Consistently shares information with teachers, Site Supervisors, and members of the management team to ensure coordinated services that meet the needs of individual children and families.
• Conducts and documents follow‑up on all referrals.
• Develops a working knowledge of community resources.
• Attends all required staff meetings, trainings, recruitment events, and Center for Family Services activities as assigned by Supervisor.

• BA in Psychology, Sociology, or Social Work
• Maintain First Aid and CPR certifications
• Current driver’s license with an excellent driving record of at least three years
• Vehicle with current insurance and registration

At the Center for Family Services, our employees are our greatest resource, and we are committed to investing in our staff. We offer a competitive benefits package as well as ongoing resources that will support staff on their personal and professional journey.

• Excellent paid time off (PTO) program, including vacation, sick, personal, and holiday
• 401(k) Plan
• Medical insurance plan options
• Prescription insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health & wellness activities
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Opportunity for advancement

Center For Family Services is a leader in the non‑profit sector and has been named a top workplace in the region since 2010. As part of our team, you will be recognized as our most valuable resource. Our staff balance best practices with personalized care. Together we make a positive difference in the lives of people in need. If you’re interested in a rewarding career, Center For Family Services is a great place to grow professionally.

For more information about our top workplace, please visit our website terffs.org.

Center For Family Services is an equal opportunity employer offering competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.