Parent Family and Community Engagement Coordinator

Daytona Beach, FL, USA|Remote

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $20.25 - $22.50

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

vacation

Sick

PTO

Employer paid health benefits

vision plan

dental plan

403B Retirement

14 company paid holidays

Pet insurance

basic life insurance

long-term disability insurance

accidental death and dismemberment insurance

Job Description

You Thrive Florida is a leading organization committed to supporting children and families through comprehensive early learning programs in Florida. Focused on fostering child development and family well-being, it operates various initiatives that include Head Start and Early Head Start programs in multiple counties such as Hernando, Sumter, and Volusia. The organization is well recognized for its community partnership efforts and for delivering high-quality, evidence-based family engagement services that empower parents and caregivers. They place a strong emphasis on upholding federal, state, and local regulations, including the stringent guidelines of the Head Start Performance Standards, to maintain program integrity and maximize positive outcomes for families.

The Parent, Family, and Community Engagement (PFCE) Coordinator position at You Thrive Florida is a vital, full-time, benefits-eligible role designed for an outgoing, energetic, and relationship-focused professional. This role requires a highly visible, regional leader who will spearhead family engagement and community partnerships across multiple Early Learning Programs. Operating primarily across Hernando and Volusia counties with frequent travel to Sumter and other locations, this position demands a proactive individual energized by dynamic environments and capable of representing the organization with professionalism in diverse community settings. The PFCE Coordinator is expected to lead, implement, and continuously improve the PFCE Framework to ensure services are integrated, systemic, and focused on strengthening family well-being, enhancing parent leadership, and promoting school readiness outcomes.

The position entails collaboration with ERSEA leadership, Family Advocates, and program staff to design and deliver impactful training sessions, engagement activities, and community-oriented initiatives. It involves spearheading recruitment and retention efforts for parent leadership roles, including managing Parent Committees and Policy Council processes, and developing specialized strategies to increase father and male figure involvement in family engagement. The PFCE Coordinator will also play a critical role in forging and sustaining partnerships with community organizations, expanding access to resources that support family stability, health, and educational success.

In addition to direct engagement, the PFCE Coordinator is responsible for systematic tracking, monitoring, and reporting of family engagement activities within the ChildPlus data system, ensuring accuracy and compliance. This role requires strong communication and digital outreach skills to enhance program visibility through social media and other digital platforms. Candidates must exhibit excellent problem-solving abilities, adaptability, and independent judgment to navigate the complexities of a multi-site program structure while maintaining cultural and linguistic responsiveness to diverse populations.

This position works Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm. It offers a competitive salary with comprehensive benefits including vacation, sick and paid time off, employer-paid health insurance, vision and dental plans, a 403B retirement plan, 14 paid holidays, pet insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance. Additionally, You Thrive Florida is a qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, underscoring its commitment to supporting its workforce's long-term financial well-being through career advancement and professional development opportunities.

Overall, the PFCE Coordinator role is designed for someone with at least two years of relevant experience in human services or family engagement, who can bring enthusiasm, leadership, and strategic vision to further strengthen You Thrive Florida's mission of supporting early childhood education and family empowerment across the state.

Job Requirements

Minimum of associate’s degree with human services, social work, or related field preferred
Minimum of 2 years of experience in human services, early childhood, family services, or a related field
Experience working directly with families including engagement, support, or connecting families to resources
Experience in community engagement, outreach, event coordination, group facilitation, or communication efforts preferred
Valid Florida driver’s license and be insurable by company’s current insurance carrier
Subject to federal, state and local legal requirements/background checks for working with children
Employee will obtain certification in First Aid/CPR
Employee must begin at least one of the DCF Child Care training courses within 90 days of employment
Employee will complete Head Start/Early Head Start required certification hours within 18 months of hire
Employee must complete mandated 55 hours of Florida DCF Child Care Training as outlined in Family Advocate Career Advancement Criteria
Employee will obtain certification in ERSEA within 1 year of hire and maintain annually thereafter
Ability and willingness to travel frequently throughout Hernando, Sumter, and Volusia counties
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Job Qualifications

Minimum of associate’s degree with human services, social work, or related field preferred
Minimum of 2 years of experience in human services, early childhood, family services, or a related field
Experience working directly with families, including engagement, support, or connecting families to resources
Experience in community engagement, outreach, event coordination, group facilitation, or communication efforts such as presentations or social media preferred
Ability to work with limited direction
Skills in completing work with a high degree of accuracy
Skill in developing policies, procedures and/or systems for implementing programmatic functions
Ability to evaluate programs and situations and make decisions for improvement
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing
Ability to establish effective working relationships with people including co-workers, parents, and children
Ability to analyze and interpret data
Ability to use and operate a personal computer
Skills in public speaking and public relations
Ability to work with children with special needs
Knowledge of disability and mental health issues and practices
Ability to maintain child and parent confidentiality
Ability to provide counseling or crisis intervention
Knowledge of community resources
Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively across diverse families, staff, and community partners
Strong presentation and facilitation skills including the ability to lead trainings, meetings, events, and group discussions
Ability to promote family engagement, parent leadership, and community collaboration
Ability to represent the program and organization professionally in diverse community settings
Ability and willingness to travel frequently throughout service area to support program operations and engagement efforts.

Job Duties

Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the PFCE Framework, ensuring full alignment with Head Start Performance Standards and program goals
Design, implement, and monitor program-wide PFCE strategies that promote family well-being, positive parent-child relationships, and family leadership outcomes
Analyze family engagement data, community assessment findings, and program reports to drive strategic decision-making and continuous program improvement
Lead and facilitate the PFCE Committee, ensuring cross-functional collaboration and integration of family engagement efforts across all service areas
Oversee and ensure compliance of Parent Committees and Policy Council processes, including elections, participation, and leadership development
Lead recruitment, onboarding, and development of Policy Council members and parent leaders to strengthen meaningful parent voice in program governance
Partner with Family Advocates and site leadership to design and deliver impactful parent trainings, family engagement activities, and leadership opportunities
Develop and implement targeted strategies to increase engagement of fathers and male figures, including planning and leading fatherhood-focused initiatives and events
Build and sustain strong partnerships with community organizations to expand access to resources that support family stability, health, and education outcomes
Serve as a visible, professional representative of the organization at community events, outreach efforts, and family engagement initiatives across all service areas
Lead recruitment and outreach strategies that promote enrollment, increase community awareness, and ensure program accessibility for eligible families
Establish and maintain systems to track, monitor, and report family engagement activities, ensuring data accuracy, compliance, and proper documentation in ChildPlus
Develop and manage strategic communication and outreach efforts, including social media and digital platforms, to increase engagement, promote PFCE initiatives, and strengthen connections with families and the community
Utilize data and engagement metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of communication strategies and continuously improve outreach and engagement efforts
Provide training and technical assistance to staff, parents, and community partners on PFCE, ERSEA, and family engagement best practices
Ensure all communication, outreach, and engagement strategies are culturally and linguistically responsive to the diverse populations served
Act as an advocate for families by supporting access to community resources that promote economic stability, health, and lifelong learning
Ensure consistence and fidelity of PFCE practices across all service areas, maintaining a unified approach to family engagement while adapting to community-specific needs
Participate in ongoing monitoring, self-assessment, and community assessment processes to strengthen program quality, accountability, and outcomes
Maintain confidentiality of all family, staff, and program information
Participate in required safety, emergency, and fire drills
Maintain effective working relationships with staff, families, and community partners
Comply with all Head Start, federal, state, and local regulations, including Head Start Performance Standards
Uses and follows the policies/practices of You Thrive Florida, including Personnel Policies, Occupational Health and Safety policies, payroll policies/practices, etc.