What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Childhood Family Support Specialist position at Northland Area Family Center?
Early Childhood Family Support Specialist
$20.09 per hour | Full-Time, 40 Hours per Week | School-Year Position | Remer, MN
Help Young Children Build Strong Beginnings
Do you enjoy working with young children and families? Are you someone who enjoys building relationships, encouraging others, and making a difference in your community?
Northland Area Family Service Center is looking for a friendly, dependable person to join our team with our ParentChild program.
In this role, you'll work directly with parents and young children, helping families build early learning skills through books, toys, play, and everyday activities. You'll have the opportunity to get to know families, celebrate their progress, and support parents as their children's first and most important teachers.
Previous ParentChild experience is not required. We provide paid training and ongoing support.
What You'll Do
- Visit families in their homes twice a week to share books, educational toys, and fun learning activities.
- Help parents and caregivers support their children's learning and development through everyday activities.
- Build positive, trusting relationships with children and families.
- Encourage reading, play, and conversation to help prepare children for school.
- Help recruit and enroll families in the program.
- Connect families with community resources when needed.
- Complete visit notes and other required program documentation.
- Participate in team meetings, supervision, training, and family events.
Who We're Looking For
You may be a great fit if you have experience in childcare, preschool, Head Start, education, family services, or another role working with children and families.
We're looking for someone who:
- Enjoys working with young children and their parents or caregivers.
- Is friendly, patient, dependable, and a good communicator.
- Can work independently while staying connected with a supportive team.
- Is comfortable visiting families in their homes.
- Is organized and able to manage schedules and complete documentation.
- Respects family privacy and understands the importance of confidentiality.
- Is willing to learn and try new things.
Qualifications
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience working with young children and families.
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and required automobile insurance.
- Basic computer skills, including email and electronic records.
- Ability to complete required program training.
Preferred, but not required:
- Education or training in early childhood education, child development, social work, family studies, or a related field.
- Experience in home visiting, early childhood programs, family support, or community outreach.
We recognize that valuable experience comes from many different backgrounds and encourage applicants with related experience to apply.
Position Details
- Pay: $20.09 per hour
- Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week during the school year
- Location: Based at Northland Area Family Service Center in Remer, Minnesota
- Travel: Regular travel throughout Remer and surrounding communities to visit families in their homes
- Training: Paid ParentChild training and ongoing professional support provided
- Mileage: Reimbursement for approved work-related travel
- Start Date: As soon as possible
Why Join Northland Area Family Service Center?
At Northland, we're a small, community-focused team that cares about the children and families we serve.
You'll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with local families, help young children develop important early learning skills, and see the difference your work makes.
You'll also receive training, guidance, and support as you grow in your role.
How to Apply
Apply through Indeed with your resume. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position will remain open until filled.
Northland Area Family Service Center is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants with a variety of backgrounds and experiences who share our commitment to supporting children and families.
Pay: $20.09 per hour
Benefits:
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
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