What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Development Worker position at BAKERRIPLEY?
POSITION OVERVIEW
Provide in-home and other services to families and children participating in Early Head Start and Head Start programs; establish mutually respectful partnerships with families; support families' efforts to reach their goals; provide opportunities for children and families to participate in family literacy services; coordinate and integrate Head Start services in order to enhance effectiveness; support families in accessing other community resource; and assist families in crisis.
Job Functions
- Maintain a full case load and offer timely follow up of services depending on individualized needs, interests and plans.
- Track delivery of Head Start/Early Head Start services using the designated agency tracking system.
- Maintain accurate, clear, up to date and complete documentation including agency and program required deadlines.
- Develop strengths-based assessments with families that describe their goals, strengths, resources and support networks, as well as necessary services and supports
- Follow-up meetings with families on the progress toward meeting their goals; conduct home visits, timely referrals and keep track of any needed revisions to family goals/plans.
- Maintain an up to date Parent Involvement Calendar of Events and support all activities related to Program Governance.
- Research and keep up-to-date on program and community resources.
- Conduct outreach, recruitment, complete applications and enrollment paperwork.
- Coordinate delivery of integrated services from all content area departments: Family and Community Engagement; Student Support Services; Family Wellness; Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment, Attendance, and Child Development Services.
- Actively promote parent involvement in the program/child’s education
PREFERRED/ REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education, Sociology or related field.
Combination of lesser education combined with years of experience may be considered.
Work Experience
1-3 years - A minimum of three (3) years experience in a social service setting working with children and/or families
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- KSAs
- Demonstrated teaching or training skills.
- Capacity to problem solve, handle crisis, and work with families and children of low-income backgrounds.
- Ability to work sensitively with families of diverse ethnic, language and cultural backgrounds
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Working knowledge of local community resources.
Licenses and Certifications
Must receive Family Development Credential within 1 Year - Required
BakerRipley is an equal opportunity employer/program. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any status protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for persons with disabilities.
Benefits:
Vacation & Paid Time Off, Health Insurance, Paid Holidays