Family Sup Worker

Easterseals Southern California•Ventura, CA

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Family Support Worker coordinates and 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 to strengthen 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 role supports families with young children by conducting recruitment and enrollment, maintaining a caseload, coordinating family partnership agreements and goal setting, arranging referrals, and connecting families with resources. It also supports parent education and training, including prenatal education and breastfeeding information, and ensures services and documentation comply with applicable program requirements.

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.
Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook and Excel; Skype is also listed.
Be able to interpret and implement California Department of Education regulations, 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 and work cooperatively with a variety of individuals and groups.
Relate well to children and their families.
Exercise sound judgment, plan, and 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 by Easterseals Southern California and/or program requirements.
Obtain sex offender index clearance.
Meet the physical demands of standing for extended periods; continuously lifting up to 40 pounds; reaching, bending, stooping, and squatting; and performing fine manual tasks such as pushing, pulling, talking, hearing, and keyboard activity.
Have near and far visual acuity, depth perception, color vision, and field of vision sufficient for the role.

Responsibilities

Conduct recruitment activities to identify eligible families and complete intake and enrollment.
Complete paperwork in accordance with Title V and Head Start Program Performance Standards, maintain tracking rosters, and enter data promptly.
Maintain an assigned 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.
Collaborate with families to create goals.
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 comply with Head Start Program Performance Standards, policies, and procedures.
Identify and incorporate resources, information, and referrals for families, including resources related to mental health, childcare, substance abuse treatment, education, employment training, income support, transportation, pregnancy, health needs, 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.