CAPNEMO Little Learners Academy Family Advocate/Assistant Center Director: Full-Time -Kirksville

CAPNEMO Little Learners Academy has an immediate opening for a Family Advocate/Assistant Center Director Family Advocate/Assistant Center Director is responsible for working with families, assessing their needs, and assisting in meeting needs according to program objectives. The FA/ACD must be qualified to work with families that are expecting and/or have very young children in a culturally relevant manner. They must have knowledge of prenatal development, breastfeeding, drug and alcohol prevention, early childhood development, Head Start requirements, and be sensitive to families and their individual needs. They must be able to conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times and be respectful of varied family cultures and environments. The FA/ACD must be able to work well with partner sites to provide family services to the parents and oversee daily center operations, including assurance of compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and Missouri Child Care Licensing Regulations Prefer AA with staff supervision experience. Will train the right candidate. Must pass a Child and Elder Care Worker screening, provide proof of a yearly physical exam and TB risk assessment, and participate in all required training. As a mandated reporter, you must report any suspected cases of child abuse or neglect to the Missouri Child Abuse & Neglect hotline, following Missouri Law and current Agency procedures. Must maintain a valid Class "F" driver's license, have reliable transportation, and meet Missouri automobile liability minimum requirements. Maintain current First Aid and CPR certification.