Family Advocate at Sonoma Community Action Network

Santa Rosa, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jun, 26

Salary

29.0

Posted On

11 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish, Interpersonal Communication, Team Working, Detail Oriented, Organization, Time Management, Problem Solving, Cultural Humility, Word Processing, Google Docs, Spreadsheets, Google Sheets, Fast Paced Environment, Driver's License, Data Entry, Reporting

Industry

Civic and Social Organizations

Description

Description Family Advocate- Bilingual English/Spanish Temp. to Perm. Position EXEMPT: NO SALARY LEVEL: $23 - $29 per hour DEPARTMENT: Thriving Families LOCATION: Northpoint, Dutton, other Sonoma Co. sites REPORTS TO: ECE Program Supervisor HOURS: FT (40hours per week) Date: 03/2026 APPROVED BY: Human Resources Director AGENCY BACKGROUND: The objective of Sonoma Community Action Network (Sonoma CAN) is to partner with low-income families and individuals to help them achieve economic and social empowerment, build community, and advocate for social and economic justice. Sonoma CAN operates a wide variety of programs benefiting low-income Sonoma County residents. Our Mission: Sonoma CAN is a catalyst of equitable transformation, aligning partners and resources to implement values-based, data-driven, community-led solutions that help families reach their full potential. Our Vision: We see our Sonoma County transformed into an empowered community of thriving families where every child is raised with joy, justice, and connection. Our Values: Joy, Amor, Esperanza, Equity, Fuerza, Dignity, Inclusión Our Promise: Sonoma CAN changes people’s lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities, and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other. WORKING AT SONOMA CAN At Sonoma Community Action Network (SonomaCAN), we believe that a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives strengthens our team and helps us better serve our community. We are committed to fair hiring practices and a workplace where employees are treated with respect and have the opportunity to grow professionally. We make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs. Our hiring process complies with all federal, state, and local laws related to equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage individuals who meet the qualifications to apply. TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE: Salary for this position is $23 - $29 per hour depending on experience. Sonoma CAN offers a generous benefits package available on the first day of the month after your date of hire that includes: Medical insurance through Kaiser or Sutter 80-95% paid by the employer for employee premiums plus 50% paid by the employer for dependent coverage Elective dental, vision insurance, FSA and Accident insurance. Employer paid $10k of life insurance with expandable options Employer paid Long-term Disability Insurance 401(K) plan with 2% contribution and an additional 1% matched contribution after one year of service Employee assistance program, CalPerks 3 weeks vacation (4 hours accrued per pay period) based on full time work, increases at 5 years of service 96 hours sick time per year (4 hours accrued per pay period) based on full time work 1 floating personal day 15 paid holidays SUMMARY OF POSITION: The role of the Family Advocate is to reach out to households with children 0 to 5 years old to assist parents in obtaining knowledge of child development and the skills necessary to support school success. The Family Advocate will provide age-appropriate experiences to enhance children’s readiness skills for school by encouraging social-emotional and language development. The Family Advocate also works with school personnel, early care and education providers, health professionals, and Via Esperanza Family Resource team to support school readiness and family well-being concepts in the community. The Family Advocate participates in department programs as assigned. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Duties include but are not limited to the following: Promotes Family Involvement in their children’s lives and schools. Works with school staff to make the school welcoming to parents and families to increase their participation as their child’s advocate in school. Conducts outreach activities to enroll families and actively encourages retention in program/s. Works with families to access and receive quality early care, childcare, and education experiences before entering kindergarten. Prepares for and facilitates weekly programmatic responsibilities as assigned. This may be virtual or in person presentations. Informs parents about the impact of early years on children’s long-term development and educational opportunities; assists parents to provide developmentally appropriate learning activities for their children, and encourages parents to read daily and converse with their children. Provides participating families with information regarding health, dental, mental health, and community resources and assists families to obtain culturally and linguistically appropriate services and resources. Assists parents to access early screenings and interventions or provides screenings as determined by program needs, for developmental delays and other special needs. Conducts home visits if assigned; assesses living and learning conditions to ensure that children are in a safe and healthy environment. Conducts and/or assists with Pasitos groups at various sites if assigned. Maintains updated records, collects data, enters data, writes reports, and correspondence as trained and directed. Works collaboratively with all team members as well as community-based and government agencies to facilitate delivery of services to children and families. Attends and participates in weekly staff planning meetings. Completes required trainings, including those specified in the program models. Assists the Thriving Families Department in program implementation. Occasional weekends and/or evening hours required. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES: Excellent bilingual language skills, in speaking, reading, and writing (English/Spanish strongly preferred Excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships. Develops and maintains a positive team working environment with staff. Detailed oriented with strong organization and time management skills. Ability to to express and implement basic problem solving techniques. Cultural humility - ability to interact productively with persons of all economic, ethnic, linguistic and cultural backgrounds Intermediate proficiency with Word processing and Google Docs. Intermediate proficiency with spreadsheets, preferably Google Sheets. Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment with minimal supervision and multiple deadlines. Uphold and act in alignment with the Mission, Vision, and Values of the agency as stated above. IN ADDITION TO ABOVE: Valid California Driver's License and a properly insured vehicle for use on the job Prior to beginning work, must be able to pass the background check DOJ. Current TB clearance (within one year). MMR, Tdap vaccinations required and Flu shot highly recommended. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Required High School Diploma or equivalent 12 units ECE 1-2 year’s experience in working with children 0-5 in a structured, professional setting Preferred An AA Degree preferred or one to two years' experience in the Child Development field, or any similar combination of education and experience. 3+ years’ experience in the nonprofit sector Experience working with adults as a teacher/coach and knowledge of strategies for providing adult education. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. This job operates in a professional office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use the computer keyboard and mouse, use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee may occasionally be required to stand, walk, stoop, crouch, and lift/move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Responsibilities

The Family Advocate reaches out to households with young children (0-5 years old) to educate parents on child development and skills necessary for school success, while also providing age-appropriate experiences to enhance children’s readiness skills. This role involves working collaboratively with school personnel, healthcare professionals, and internal teams to support school readiness and family well-being.