Job description

**Jobs are available in Allegan County**

Summary/Objective:

Family Engagement Specialists advocate for families to receive services utilizing a strength based, case management approach resulting in enhanced overall well-being and child advocacy.

Essential Functions:

Daily Activities

Identify and recruit Head Start eligible families and children, including children with disabilities and underserved populations. Maintain funded enrollment level in accordance with enrollment requirements.

Select participants for the Head Start program based on the established plans and procedures.

Provide appropriate follow-up when classroom absences are frequent.

Actively participates in and contributes to child staffing on a regular basis.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Family Partnerships

Recognize and identify each family’s risk and protective factors. Respects and promotes the unique identity of each child and family, and refrains from stereotyping on the basis of gender, race, ethnicity, culture, religion, or disability

Make home visits and contacts with the family as needed or required by agency plans and procedures. Use the family partnership pre-assessment throughout the year as a guide to assist families to reassess their needs.

Facilitates parent/guardian involvement in the program and the delivery of services to children and families through collaboration with community partners.

Maintains confidentiality at all times with regard to job-related information about children, families, and staff members.

Documentation

Documentation and recordkeeping are timely and accurately completed and maintained as required by all applicable regulations.

Ensures compliance with all Local, State, and Federal regulations.

Completes documentation as required.

Competencies:

Highly proficient communication skills; oral and written.

Demonstrates leadership and ability to work independently.

Demonstrates excellent organizational skill and attention to detail.

Excellent time management.

Knowledge and understanding of issues related to individuals and families in poverty.

Ability to maintain client and organizational confidentiality.

Work Environment:

This job operates primarily in an office, family home, and classroom environment.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is regularly required to travel in their own vehicle, expect regular kneeling, stooping, bending, and sitting on the floor. There will also be occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. Limited evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Travel:

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in human service field preferred. Must obtain or exceed within 18 months of hire, at a minimum, a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling or a related field. Must pass pre-employment physical, TB test. Be certified in Child and Adult CPR and Basic First Aid. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.'
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Work Location:

• Multiple locations based on classroom caseloads

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.25 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: One location

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