Family Liaison

Community Action Partnership of Lancaster County inc•Lancaster Township, PA

2d•$21 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The position of Family Liaison is to provide specific support to families in the Thrive to Five program and networks with community organizations to enhance the lives of those families.

Requirements

High School Diploma and within 18 months of hire, at a minimum, a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling or a related field is acceptable.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or related field is accepted.
Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Implement recruitment strategies and participate in community events to build a waiting list for the service region.
Complete applications and gather information to select children for the Thrive to Five program.
Inform the Enrollment Supervisor of openings and collaborate to fill vacancies.
Work with community partners to communicate about waiting lists, vacancies, and recruitment efforts.
Ensure timely enrollment and monitor attendance with teachers and families.
Inform families of scheduled health screenings and ensure attendance.
Follow the health standards and ensure compliance.
Collect required health information and collaborate with health team for family follow-up.
Enter health-related information into the database and track trends impacting program effectiveness.
Complete the family assessment to help families set goals, establish plans, and conduct home visits to follow up on these plans and services accessed.
Collaborate with supervisors and teachers to prioritize caseloads and support families in crisis, documenting follow-up and results.
Enter family service-related information into the database, track progress on goals, and support families in registering for kindergarten.
Deliver family engagement practices based on funder requirements and encourage family participation in group activities.
Engage families in center committees to promote family engagement and identify solutions to barriers for attendance.
Monitor and reflect on the effectiveness of family engagement practices.
Maintain a list of interested parent volunteers and track their efforts.
Collaborate with school districts and community partners.
Attend community meetings and share information about the Thrive to Five program.
Serve as a communication bridge between schools and families.
Performs other related duties as assigned.