Family Service Specialist 1 PY

Full-time

Description

JOB SUMMARY :

The Family Service Specialist (FSSP) is responsible for supporting families in the identification and attainment of their family and individual goals and objectives. The FSSP serves as a connection between community resources and partnership with teachers caregivers and other center-based staff the FSSP assists the family in meeting programmatic requirements and engages the families throughout the Head Start / Early Head Start program(s).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION :

• Establish and maintain positive ongoing relationships with families developing strength-based assessments that identify family goals strengths resources and support networks.
• Assist in implementing an approved evidence-based parenting curriculum as required by Head Start Program Performance Standards.
• Support families in transitions to other programs schools and communities.
• Coordinate and facilitate parent meetings and family engagement activities.
• Complete Family Assessments with assigned families during required home visits and make appropriate referrals to community resources.
• Maintain regular contact with families through home visits phone calls center visits and other means to stay informed of family needs and interests.
• Maintain accurate and timely records by entering and updating child and family information in the agencys computerized database.
• Prepare monitor and submit required reports by established deadlines.
• Research and maintain up-to-date information on community resources; visit agencies that support Head Start families and foster positive working relationships.
• Assist families in obtaining required documentation and verifications per Head Start and Federal / State regulations.
• Help families schedule necessary appointments and when appropriate provide transportation to meetings or appointments.
• Participate in site team meetings to discuss classroom issues and family needs.
• Conduct Parent-Teacher Registration Visits within assigned timeframes.
• Take a lead role in promoting parent involvement and in mobilizing non-federal match funds.
• Collaborate with Enrollment Specialist(s) to plan and implement recruitment activities throughout the year ensuring full enrollment and consistent attendance.
• Assist in classrooms as needed meeting the physical requirements of the role including remaining in a stationary position for extended periods and the ability to move and lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Comply with all job safety requirements and applicable OSHA standards related to essential functions.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Minimum qualifications include :

WORKING CONDITIONS :

While performing the duties of this position the employee regularly works in client homes community settings and agency facilities. The position requires frequent travel between sites using a personal vehicle for business purposes with the ability to travel overnight and occasionally by air as needed.

The employee may be exposed to varying weather conditions household environments and unsanitary or unsafe conditions during site visits. Exposure to standard office chemicals (e.g. toner cleaning agents) and individuals experiencing emotional distress may also occur. Safety precautions and protective equipment must be used as required.

Note : In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labors physical demands strength ratings this position is generally classified as sedentary work depending on specific job duties.

POSITIONS DIRECTLY SUPERVISED : None

Community Action Wayne / Medina is an equal opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination of any kind. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability medical condition sexual orientation marital status veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the person assigned to this position. It is not intended to list every duty or responsibility. Community Action Wayne / Medina reserves the right to revise add or remove duties as necessary to meet organizational needs.

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 21 - 24