Head Start Family Worker

LOCATION:

1125 WEST GENESEE STREET, SYRACUSE

Reports To

SITE SUPERVISOR

Schedule

FULL-TIME, 47 WEEKS PER YEAR

Starting Pay Range

$19.22 TO $21.52 PER HOUR

Qualifications

Demonstrated formal education in a relevant field, such as a Family Development Credential (FDC) or college degree or equivalent in Human Services, Child & Family Services, Social Work, Psychology or a related field. At least one year of experience in social work, human services or in a community family service organization, including experience working with low-income families. A valid New York State driver license and reliable transportation. Knowledge of agencies and services available to address the needs of families in Onondaga County.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and conduct Family Partnership Agreements that provide for appropriate action plans within 60 days of enrollment and follow-up after 30-45 days and as needed.
• Provide crisis intervention, emergency assistance, counseling, information, and referral services. Ensure provision of referrals, and follow-up of needed services.
• Conduct home visits as needed, with a minimum of three visits for each family per year.
• Work with program staff to plan and implement parent meetings and other parent activities. Encourage parent involvement in all areas of the program.
• Attend placement meetings, and assist with orientation and final registration of assigned families to their classroom site.
• Conduct follow up with family when their child is absent from school.
• Document all interactions with families and maintain case notes in files and database.
• Maintain data and statistics for monthly and annual reports.
• Establish and maintain successful working relationships with community resources.
  
  

EOE/AA/M/F/D/V

PEACE, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.