Family Engagement Specialist, Early Head Start–Child Care Partnership

Job overview

The Family Engagement Specialist role is onsite in Miami, FL, with an annual salary range of $41,827.14–$60,662.17. United Way Miami works to advance equitable access to quality education, financial security, and health in the community. The specialist builds relationships with enrolled families and coordinates services that support family well-being, parent-child relationships, and child outcomes. The role also helps families connect with community resources and supports program enrollment, participation, and compliance.

What you'll do

• Maintain a caseload of 40–48 families at assigned Early Head Start–Child Care Partnership sites
• implement the Head Start Parent, Family, and Community Engagement Framework
• develop family plans and support family goals
• conduct home visits when needed
• provide referrals and social-emotional support in crisis situations
• facilitate group activities and events
• support recruitment, applications, subsidies, and enrollment
• track attendance and program data
• maintain confidentiality and comply with Early Head Start standards.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

family engagement specialist

miami fl

united way miami

full-time

early head start

child care partnership

family services

community resources

home visits

caseload 40–48 families

$41,827.14–$60,662.17/year

bachelor’s degree required

3+ weeks vacation

12 paid holidays

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Three or more weeks of paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, 12 paid PTO days, health benefits, wellness reimbursements up to $50 per month, short-term disability and life insurance at no cost, retirement funding up to 6%, professional development, discounted onsite early childhood care, tuition assistance, and a monthly transit card.

Why this role

The role requires completion of the Family Engagement Credential during the first 18 months of employment.

About the employer

United Way Miami is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Individual and Family Services. Sector: 62.