Family Advocate

El Valor
Chicago, IL

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Family Advocate provides direct, holistic family services to ensure adherence to the licensing and Head Start Program Performance Standards for all children and families, including monitoring eligibility and enrollment, maintaining the data management system for medical, dental, disabilities, resources and referrals, and family engagement through a relationship-building and case management approach.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

  • Associate’s degree in human services, family services, social services and/or family services credential required;
  • Bachelors’ degree in human services, family services, social services and/or family services credential preferred;
  • A minimum of one year of job-related experience;
  • Current, valid Illinois driver’s license and proof of insurance may be required;
  • Reliable means of transportation may be required;
  • Successful completion of First Aid/CPR certification required;
  • Proof of physical examination, tuberculosis and measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) screening within the last six months required;
  • Fluent verbal and written English and Spanish communication preferred.

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

  • Full-Time
  • Hourly

WAGE/SALARY RAGE:

  • $19.40 – $26.30 / hour
  • Based on Gateways Credential Level and Education

WORK LOCATION:

  • 1951 W 19th Street, Chicago, IL 60608
  • 2434 S Kildare Ave, Chicago, IL 60623

BENEFITS:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Sick leave and PTO
  • Paid holidays
  • Employee assistance program
  • 401k with employer matching
  • Company-paid basic life insurance and AD&D coverage
  • Company-paid short term disability coverage
  • Tuition Reimbursement

SCHEDULE:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday (some weekends and evenings may apply as needed for recruitment events)

To apply please submit resume and cover letter to [email protected] regarding interest in this open position.

Posted 2026-03-17

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