Careers

Southeast NM Community Action Corporation has been serving individuals and families since 1965; we are committed to supporting individuals and families so they can achieve educational advancement as well as community health and economic advancement. We need talented people who want to make a difference in their community to join our team of professionals. Does this sound like you? Make a difference in the lives of others and enrich your own life in the process, apply to join our team.

The Family and Community Engagement Advocate is responsible for assisting in family services for the Early Learning program and assisting in building community partnerships.

The Family and Community Engagement Advocate is responsible for assisting in parent involvement activities in the Head Start program in such a way as to ensure quality as defined by the Head Start Performance Standards. This position is also responsible for assisting the families in realizing their goals of self-sufficiency and their role in relation to their children’s development and learning through the comprehensive support provided through Head Start.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• One (1) year experience working experience in early childhood, social work, parent education, family studies, family services, human services, counselling, or related field.
• Must have (or obtain within 18 months of hire) and maintain a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or a related field.

Preferred:

· Associates Degree in Early Childhood Development, Social Services, Human Relations Services, Social Science, Psychology, or related field.

· Related work experience with young children in a Head Start or similar program.

· Six months’ work experience in early childhood, social work, parent education, family studies, health or related field.

· Previous experience in Head Start as an employee, parent, or volunteer; experience or training in working with children who have special needs.

Salary – This is a Non-Exempt position $15.26 -$19.07 hourly depending on education, training, and experience.

We offer a 4-day work week (Monday – Thursday)

Thirteen (13) Paid Holidays per year

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

Retirement Plans

Medical, Dental, Vision, and

Life Insurance

An application and letter of interest is required. You may go to our website at www.snmcac.com and complete and application and upload your resume and letter of interest or you may go to our Community Action/Head Start sites in Artesia, Carlsbad, and Roswell to complete an application.

SNMCAC is an EEOE