Head Start Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection,, Enrollment and Attendance (ERSEA) Coordinator

BCFS Health and Human Services • West Monroe, LA

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About The Position

It's a great feeling to work for a company that does so much good for others around the world! The position involves working with diverse families in low-income communities, focusing on program eligibility for Head Start program participants, recruitment efforts, compliance with federal regulations, and family engagement strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or related field.
• Experience working with diverse families in low-income communities.
• Prefer case management experience and bilingual (Spanish).
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to incorporate the unique cultural, ethnic, and linguistic backgrounds of families.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, holidays, and weekends.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Complete and pass health examination.
• Clear criminal background check.
• Required to lift up to 60 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in family engagement strategies.
• Knowledge of applicable state and federal Head Start regulations.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Establish systems for program eligibility of Head Start program participants in accordance with agency and federal policy.
• Guide recruitment efforts to inform families with eligible children about available Head Start services.
• Establish selection criteria and ensure program compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
• Ensure assigned program maintains its funded enrollment level, including filling slots within 30 days of vacancy.
• Monitor systems for tracking child attendance and consult on mitigating absenteeism.
• Collaborate with program staff to develop and implement family engagement strategies.
• Support completion of minimum training requirements through the development and delivery of training and technical assistance.
• Monitor program enrollment to ensure it reaches 100% and complies with eligibility criteria.
• Provide oversight of physical and electronic child records to ensure compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards.
• Prepare and submit required reports prior to deadlines.

Benefits

• Comprehensive early childhood education and family support services.
• Bilingual services.
• Parent trainings.
• Health services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree