Family Services Advocate - Anne Arundel County Head Start

Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corp.

Salary undisclosed

AnnapolisFull-timeOn-siteIntermediate

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Description

Overwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the Y in Central Maryland tell us they do so because it reflects their values and a conscious decision, they’ve made about how they choose to live their lives. The happiest and most fulfilled Y associates are those who are motivated to help others and who want to be a part of something larger than themselves. If this speaks to your heart, then we invite you to join our team. Be a part of a charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual and community well-being for all, for a better us.

Key Responsibilities

As a Y Family Services Manager, you will create and implement a Head Start recruitment plan for program participants to ensure 100% enrollment as well as establish and maintain a waiting list. You will work within the community, with families and with parents/guardians, acting as an advocate for families, developing trusting relationships and ensuring that support services are available to meet family goals. You will work with families on an individualized basis to identify family goals, strengths, and necessary services and ensure parents have opportunities to enhance their skills and knowledge that aid in child development. You will be responsible for community partnerships, service coordination as well as reporting. As a Y Family Services Manager, you’ll contribute to the Y and to the broader community we serve by working with our littlest participants and their families who are economically disadvantaged and help them prepare for success in school and life.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

This work is right for you if you have:

An interest in the well-being and education of young children, enthusiasm, patience, good humor, good judgment and a good spirit
The ability to clearly communicate and effectively listen to children, parents/guardians, members, and other Y associates
At least 2 year of experience working with adults in the Human Services or Social Work field
Prior Head Start experience (preferred)
An associate’s degree in social science, human services or related field OR a bachelor’s degree in family studies, social work, human services or related field (preferred)

About this role

Head Start in Anne Arundel County is looking for someone to lead family recruitment and support services for economically disadvantaged families with young children. In this full-time role based in Annapolis, you'd own the enrollment strategy to reach 100% capacity, manage a waiting list, and coordinate community partnerships. The work centers on building trust with parents and guardians, helping families identify their goals and strengths, and connecting them to services that support child development and school readiness.

You'll need at least two years of experience in human services or social work, ideally including prior Head Start involvement. The position values strong communication and listening skills, genuine patience, and the ability to work one-on-one with families to enhance parenting knowledge and skills. A degree in social science, human services, family studies, or social work is preferred. This is a mission-driven role suited to someone motivated by direct impact on vulnerable families and communities, with the salary range of $21–24 per hour reflecting the nonprofit sector context.

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$21 to $24 per year

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