1. Position Summary

Stamford Cradle to Career (SC2C) is seeking caregivers for young children living in Stamford, CT to serve as Parent Ambassadors. The Parent Ambassadors will work with SC2C’s Community Engagement Liaison, Stamford Early Childhood Collaborative and partner organizations to build parent membership within SC2C. Parent Ambassadors will serve as a “go-to” for families in the community that they serve by conducting outreach activities to identify caregivers of children, prenatal-age 8, and connect them to the SC2C and community resources. The Parent Ambassadors will also attend regional and CT state parent meetings to share local Stamford information and bring back regional and state information relevant to families with young children.

2. Essential Functions

• Participating in relevant training opportunities
• Identify and conduct outreach in Stamford to caregivers of young children as well as the broader community
• Connect disconnected families to early learning opportunities, programs, and resources
• Complete monthly reports to track activity and outcomes
• Incorporate parent voice and feedback into decision-making through attendance and participation at SC2C, Leadership Team and/or staff meetings
• Attend regional and state early childhood parent meetings (no more than quarterly)
• Potential to serve as a liaison to the Stamford Early Childhood Collaborative
• Collaborate with the Community Engagement Liaison to plan, facilitate and support Community Voice Advisory Board
• Other tasks as assigned

3. Required/Preferred Experience and Education

• Must be a caregiver of young children (mother, father, grandparents, foster parent, etc.)
• Knowledge of the mission of SC2C
• Must live in Stamford
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations; establish and maintain positive working relationships
• Must be avaialable for 25 hours per week

4. Job Competencies

• Communication
• Teamwork & Collaboration
• Dependability
• Leveraging Diversity

5. Salary Range

• $25.00 per hour

United Way includes an excellent benefits package and flexible working arrangements:

1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance
2. Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
3. 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
4. Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and holidays
5. Life Insurance, long-term disability, and related coverage
6. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
7. Professional development opportunities
8. Hybrid work environment

Statements in this Job Description are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed. They are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

United Way is an equal-opportunity employer and seeks to hire staff members who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. All positions are filled without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, employment status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If much of this job describes you, please apply. Research shows that women and people from underrepresented groups often apply to jobs only if they meet all qualifications. We recognize this and encourage those with relevant skills and experience to apply.