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• Division:** Community Outreach & Engagement
• FLSA:** Non-Exempt

**Family Advocate - Iron County**

• Salary:** $28,000.00 Annually
• Location:** Cedar City, UT
• Job Type:** Full-time Staff
• Job Number:** 202400129
• Division:** Community Outreach & Engagement
• Closing:** Continuous
• FLSA:** Non-Exempt

**Position Summary**Family advocates work closely with Head Start parents and/or guardians to provide support for all areas of Head Start services including education, health, literacy, employability, training and any other necessary areas. They will have primary responsibility for building community connections in areas they are assigned to.**Essential Functions**

• Within first 45 days of enrollment in the program meet with each assigned family, complete parent interest survey and program record keeping forms. Continue regular visits, in homes when possible, to assess needs and provide support in completing goals.
• Support parent engagement through parent and child interactions, assisting with parent meetings, parent committee and policy council.
• Monitor and document child attendance daily. Maintain accurate documentation including advocate end of month log, record keeping forms and recruitment logs.
• Make referrals when necessary to proper agencies to adequately meet the needs of Head Start families. Follow up on referrals made.
• Assist in the recruitment and enrollment of families into Head Start.

**Education & Experience**Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED.
• Must obtain Family Service credential within 18 months of hire.
• Must have the ability to work with diverse groups and contribute to a climate of inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Spanish speaking

**Supplemental Information**This position is contingent on funding at this time.This position is an 11-month contract.**Southern Utah University does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex (including sex discrimination and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, disability status, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or other bases protected by applicable law in employment, treatment, admission, access to educational programs and activities, or other University benefits or services. For more information or contact information, please visit **To apply, please visit jeid-a4ff8cbb154adc47a821ba1573d0ecd5Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.

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