What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Head Start Family Resource Coordinator position at Marion County Head Start?
Responsible for implementation of service areas as outlined in the Head Start Program Performance Standards; Parent, Family and Community Engagement Framework; and applicable program Policies and Procedures. Primary responsibilities include knowledge of child health requirements, implementation of individual family partnership agreements, provide support and referral transition docs and meetings for families, and maintain a professional respectful attitude with parents, staff, and the community.
Education Experience
Bachelor’s Degree from accredited college or university in Human Development, Social Work, Child Development, Public Health, or related fields (Psychology, Counseling, Sociology, Human Services, or Criminal Justice).
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employees occasionally are required to stand, walk, sit use hands, drive an automobile, talk, and hear. The employee must be able to occasionally lift, carry, or assist children weighing up to 50 pounds.
Licenses/Training/Certifications
Social Work License preferred
Job Requirement and Responsibilities
Work hours as assigned by Children Services Supervisor; evening/weekend hours and overnight travel as needed; ability to travel from site to site providing own transportation; valid driver’s license; vehicle with adequate insurance coverage for on the job use; safe driving record; State and Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal History Record Check; Sex Offender Registry Check; Protective Services Record Check; Initial Health Assessment and required updates; TB Risk Assessment or TB screening by Mantoux method; CPR/FA card; and food handlers card.
Experience in social work, case management, health, and home visiting or adult education; knowledge of geographic area, agencies, and services. General skills necessary to perform your job functions: mathematical, spelling, grammar, organizational, communication skills, record keeping, and computer skills.
Project a positive image of the Head Start/Early Head Start Program; function well within varying socio-economic groups; establishes a good rapport with clients and all staff; is flexible in adjusting plans to changes and emergencies; keep supervisor and appropriate staff informed of workload and developments; submit reports as required; attend, facilitate, and participate in meetings, trainings, and conferences relating to job function; maintain professional and ethical behavior at all times; adhere to all safety, conduct rules/regulations, policies, local, state, and federal mandates; complies with all HS Performance Standards and Head Start Act; adhere to NCWVCAA Employee Guidelines; demonstrate the ability to cooperate, work and communicate with co-workers, supervisors, subordinates, and/or outside contacts. Maintain a safe and appropriate learning environment for infants, toddlers, and their parents.
Employee Incentives
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short, Long-Term Disability,
Flexible Spending Account 403b Retirement, Life Insurance,
Holidays/Sick/Personal/Annual (if applicable) and Paid Educational Leave.
NCWVCAA employees may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
Pay: $16.73 - $17.55 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $18