What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Start Enrollment Specialist- Effingham position at C.E.F.S. Head Start 0-5 Program?
Head Start Enrollment Specialist
Help families connect with a brighter start. Build community awareness and guide recruitment, eligibility, and enrollment efforts so children can access Head Start services.
What You’ll Do
Coordinate eligibility, recruitment, selection, enrollment, and attendance for the Head Start 0-5 Program.
Key responsibilities include:
- Coordinating recruitment and outreach, keeping flyers and social media current, and organizing community recruitment events.
- Reviewing applications for completeness, verifying eligibility and selection points, and assisting families with enrollment applications.
- Maintaining an active waiting list and full enrollment in center-based and home-based services; communicating enrollment changes to staff.
- Maintaining accurate ChildPlus application and enrollment records, case notes, and required documentation through ongoing monitoring.
- Building relationships with preschool programs, childcare centers, and community agencies across the seven-county service area.
- Providing recruitment training, coordinating ERSEA committee meetings, and preparing enrollment, outreach, and required program reports.
What Makes You a Great Fit
- Associate degree required with experience in public relations, marketing, and/or communication.
- Experience working with disadvantaged individuals and/or families and the ability to provide respectful, nonjudgmental support.
- Strong communication, organization, recordkeeping, computer, and problem-solving skills.
Pay & Benefits
- Full-time full-year position in Effingham.
- Hourly wage: $23.40 $.25 increase @ 90 days.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance, vacation, flex, sick time, paid holidays, 403(b) retirement.
Ready to Apply?
Join our mission-driven team and use your communication and organizational skills to connect families with Head Start, support children’s success, and strengthen our communities.
Must meet Head Start Program Performance Standards and IL Dept. of Child and Family Services applicable requirements for the position.
Pay: $23.40 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person