Family & Community Partnership Coordinator

4C•Orlando, FL

13h•Hybrid

About The Position

Plans, develops, and implements the Head Start and Early Head Start (HS/EHS) parent involvement and engagement, family services, community partnerships and parent activities. Establishes a system for identification of families and children in need of social services and implements program activities to meet those needs.

Requirements

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar in order to prepare and read documents and correspondences.
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in leadership techniques, customer service and the coordination of people and resources.
Knowledge of child development and family dynamics.
Ability to gain knowledge of agency terminology and subject matter, including Head Start Performance Standards and Head Start Policies and Procedures, to include the Active Supervision of children.
Knowledge of community resources or ability to gain such knowledge.
Ability to demonstrate a high level of interpersonal skills to communicate Agency information effectively to other staff and outside representatives and to represent Agency positively in the community.
Must be capable of working under pressure while remaining professional, exhibiting an upbeat attitude, and organizing and planning efficiently.
Ability to work effectively with children, parents and staff.
Ability to demonstrate skills in organization and time management.
Ability to analyze information and evaluate results to select the best solution and solve problems.
Ability to operate a personal computer.
Knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheet, and databases, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
Ability to navigate the Internet.
Ability to gain knowledge of the Child Plus software application.
Knowledge of counseling and interviewing techniques.
Ability to gain knowledge of eligibility data for applicants.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work and communicate with people from various multi-cultural backgrounds and socio-economic levels.
Sensitivity to the needs, abilities, beliefs, and attitudes of individuals within and outside the Agency, including but not limited to customers and co-workers.
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, early childhood education, psychology, or a related field. A related field is defined as any degree that included at least six courses in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Early Childhood Development (ECD).
Three (3) years’ experience working with families and their children.
Experience working with multi-cultural, disabled, and various socio-economic groups.
Must meet criteria for background screening as required for child care personnel in child care licensing regulations.
Valid Florida Driver’s License and daily access to reliable transportation to and from work and for travel to off-site locations.

Nice To Haves

A comparable amount of training, education or experience may be substituted for the above minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

Communicates and coordinates weekly with the Director and other key management personnel to ensure that program goals and objectives are met.
Submits monthly reports to the Director by the due date, as well as other reports requested at any time by the Director. (i.e. parent activities, In-Kind Wars, parent attendance).
Develops an annual Parent Training Plan and corresponding calendar. Topics must include family literacy, parenting skills, domestic violence, and any parent training specifically required by Performance Standards or the Head Start Act.
Ensures that the training schedule is followed, collaborates with Family Advocate’s as needed and ensures that meetings are well attended.
Coordinates the reimbursement payment of tuition and textbooks necessary for the courses parents are enrolled in.
Oversees the requests and the proper Policy Council approval for End of the Year activities. Ensures that the money related to the yearend activities is handled responsibly.
Develops and maintains a well-organized and active male involvement program. Ensures that meetings and activities are occurring monthly and that fathers at all HS and EHS sites have an opportunity to participate at a location near their community.
Oversees the recruitment, training, and supervision of volunteers. Organizes a Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon at the end of the year if the budget allows.
Seeks community partnerships and develops Memoranda of Understanding or Agreements as applicable.
Seeks In-Kind (donated time, services, products) or cash (corporate sponsors, grant opportunities, state or local funding) to assist the HS/EHS program in meeting its 20% non-federal share requirement.
Represents 4C and the HS/EHS program at community meetings and gives presentations to the public or other agencies as needed.
Serves as liaison to the Orange County Head Start program and the Children’s Home Society.
Assists in the preparation of the annual refunding budget application and ensures expenditures are spent in areas of oversight according to plan.
In concert with other key managers and the Director, annually updates the 4C HS/EHS Standards and Procedures related to Performance Standards 1301, 1302.34, 1302.46, Subpart E, 1302.92, 1302.94 and ensures the procedures are approved by Policy Council.
Works with the Education Coordinator and Education Specialist(s) to develop and align school readiness goals and family outcomes.
Participates in the Agency’s Quality Improvement Program.