Family Services Assistant I

Presbyterian Medical Services • Farmington, NM

3d • $17 - $22

About The Position

This position supports and assists families as they identify and meet their own goals, nurture their children’s development in the context of their family and culture, and advocate for communities that support children and families of all cultures. The employee may be reassigned to various caseloads or centers/sites as needed for program operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and completion of a 45-hour entry-level course, an approved three-credit early care and education course, or an equivalent approved by the New Mexico Children, Youth & Families Department, prior to or within six months of hire; and receive a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or a related field within 18 months of hire; OR
• High school diploma or GED and a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, New Mexico Child Development Certificate (CDC), or equivalent; and receive a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or a related field within 18 months of hire; OR
• One-year certificate in Early Childhood Education and a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or a related field within 18 months of hire; OR
• AA/AAS or BA/BS degree in Human Services, Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Family Studies, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field. A degree is considered related only if it includes six or more courses in one of these fields.
• Have or be able to obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire, meeting the employer’s stated training requirements; certifications must be kept current.
• Successfully complete a post-offer health exam and annual health exams thereafter in accordance with PMS policies.
• Successfully complete a TB test and additional testing upon exposure in accordance with PMS policies.
• Complete criminal background checks.
• Experience working with families in case management or resource and referral is preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish or Navajo is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with families in case management or resource and referral.
• Bilingual Spanish or Navajo.

Responsibilities

• Support and assist families as they identify and meet their own goals.
• Help nurture children’s development in the context of their family and culture.
• Advocate for communities that are supportive of children and families of all cultures.
• Be available for reassignment to various caseloads or centers/sites as needed for program operations.

Benefits

• Nine paid holidays and generous paid time off (PTO).
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Free life and long-term disability (LTD) coverage.
• Free discretionary pension plan contribution.
• Employee recognition and engagement activities.
• Robust training program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• $100 employee referral bonus, subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED