Family Sup Worker

Easterseals Southern California•Ventura, CA

7d•$21 - $24

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Family Support Worker coordinates, implements, or facilitates family development, community development, parent involvement, and staff development for Early Head Start and Head Start Services. The role provides comprehensive services that strengthen and support family relationships and connect families with community resources, while integrating all program service areas into family and community engagement. The position may also provide training and mentorship to Family Support Worker staff. The worker recruits eligible families and completes intake and enrollment; maintains a caseload; completes required paperwork, tracking rosters, and timely data entry; coordinates referrals and Family Partnership Agreements; and collaborates with families to establish goals. The role supports family and community engagement in accordance with Head Start standards and applicable policies, coordinates parent education and support—including prenatal education and breastfeeding information—and completes family strengths and needs assessments within required timelines. The position may assist management with parent meetings and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in social services, family development, mental health, or a similar field.
Complete California-mandated Child Abuse Reporter Training.
Complete Pesticide Safety Training under the Healthy Schools Act before beginning work.
Possess or obtain a credential or certification in Social Work, Human Services, Family Services, Counseling, or a related field within 18 months of tenure, unless grandfathered under federal regulations.
Possess and maintain a current pediatric (infant/toddler) CPR and first aid certificate.
Possess a food handler’s certificate.
Have 3–5 years of experience working with diverse families of very young children, or an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience to perform the job successfully.
Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook and Excel; Skype is also listed in one proficiency statement.
Interpret and implement regulations and requirements of the California Department of Education, Funding Terms and Conditions (Title 5), Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (Title 22), Head Start Performance Standards, and Easterseals policies and procedures.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing, work cooperatively with varied individuals and groups, and relate well to children and their families.
Exercise sound judgment and plan, establish, and meet timelines.
Pass a post-offer physical examination and TB test.
Provide current immunizations required by the State of California for child development centers and staff.
Obtain and maintain criminal record and fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation as required; obtain sex offender index clearance.
Meet physical requirements including standing for extended periods; lifting up to 40 pounds continuously; reaching, bending, stooping, and squatting; and fine manual dexterity, pushing, pulling, talking, hearing, and visual acuity.
Perform keyboard activity, telephone use, and writing; view a computer monitor and read newsprint.

Responsibilities

Recruit eligible families and complete intake and enrollment processes.
Complete paperwork required by Title V and Head Start Program Performance Standards, maintain tracking rosters, enter data in a timely manner, and maintain a caseload.
Serve as a role model for family and community involvement activities.
Coordinate appropriate referrals for family and community development services.
Coordinate the development, implementation, and ongoing updates of Family Partnership Agreements, and create goals collaboratively with families.
Mentor or assist in training Family Support Staff on eligibility and enrollment documentation, Department of Education requirements, Title 22, and Head Start Program Performance Standards.
Ensure family and community engagement services are implemented according to Head Start Program Performance Standards, policies, and procedures.
Identify and incorporate information, resources, and referrals for family needs, including mental health, childcare, substance abuse treatment, education, employment training, income support, transportation, pregnancy, health, safety, and nutrition.
Coordinate parent education, training, and support for pregnant women, including prenatal education, breastfeeding information, and other health resources.
Coordinate completion of family strengths and needs assessments within required timelines.
Assist management with parent meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.