Family and Community Partnership Specialist-1

Children's Institute•Los Angeles, CA

2d•$27 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Participates in the development, implementation and administration of Early Childhood Services and Community Partnership Services for enrolled families. Monitors program staff to ensure quality services, integrated program systems and compliance with program standards.

Requirements

1-2 years of social work, or community-based program experience.
Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Family Services or related field from a four-year university required.
Possesses a valid driver's license and state-required auto insurance or reliable transportation depending on business needs.
Required to travel extensively (> 50% of the time).
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to handle confidential information.
Maintains patient privacy, including protecting the confidentiality, safeguarding the integrity and availability, and limiting the use and disclosure of patient Protected Health Information (PHI) to authorized individuals and entities.
Participates in, conducts, and sustains performance quality improvement activities according to designated role and responsibilities.
Sensitivity to service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Punctual and dependable attendance.
Must have basic knowledge of computer programs in a Windows environment, including Word, Excel and E-mail.
New Hire Orientation
AB-1825: Sexual Harassment Prevention training
Mandated Reporter
Timekeeping & Attendance

Nice To Haves

Spanish / English bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

Analyzes and evaluates family and community engagement services to ensure performance standards are being met.
Creates and implements program events and activities that inform key stakeholders about Early Childhood Services and Family and Community Partnership Services.
Analyzes all family partnership agreements and family needs assessments.
Works with appropriate staff to ensure implementation of the family engagement and school readiness plans.
Acts as CII’s representative for the purposes of developing community partnerships and supporting family engagement according to the Head Start Act, California Department of Education, and Head Start Performance Standards.
Collaborates with education staff and Family Service Workers in the coordination of program volunteer activities and monitors participants to ensure that program guidelines are being followed.
Establishes memorandums of understanding (MOUs) with essential community partners/agencies and coordinates updating MOUs on an annual basis.
Works with Family Service Workers and Home Visitors to ensure proper Policy Council representation.
Other duties and special projects as assigned.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Benefits

Generous paid PTO, plus 10 paid holidays and CII is closed between Christmas and New Year
Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees and qualified dependents
403b Retirement Plan with employer contribution for eligible employees
Up to $4,500 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
Eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
Employer paid Life and AD&D Insurance
Voluntary Supplemental Insurance
Opportunity for growth & advancement
Professional development & continued training
Team building & bonding through company sponsored events & activities