Family Navigation and Community Engagement Associate

Role Overview

• Support coordination and implementation of the Family Navigation Work Group
• Support the development and implementation of a community engagement strategy
• Represent the Alliance at special community events and recurring meetings
• Maintain updated knowledge of the ECE services and resources in Montgomery County
• Ensure ongoing integration of community feedback into the Alliance’s strategy development work
• Mobilize community stakeholders to join the Alliance through various engagement opportunities
• Support the development and implementation of a strategy to engage and educate families about high-quality early care and education programs
• Support implementation and follow-up with Neighborhood Ambassadors

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in social work or a similar human services background required
• A Bachelor’s degree is a plus, but candidates with relevant hands-on experience are encouraged to apply
• Strong relationship-building skills with internal and external stakeholders, government agencies, school districts, early childhood educators, community-based organizations, and diverse Montgomery County families
• Knowledge of theory and practice regarding racial equity, social justice, and community organizing
• Ability to initiate and manage projects, balance competing priorities, and plan and conduct efficient meetings
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Recent lived experience navigating the ECE system preferred
• Montgomery county resident is preferred
• Bilingual English with Amharic or Mandarin (Chinese) or Vietnamese or Korean or Portuguese preferred

Benefits

• full medical and dental benefits at no cost to the individual
• 401(k) plan with 4% match
• generous paid time off