What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Support Specialist position at Educational Service Center of Eastern Ohio?
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Position Title: Family Support Specialist
Category: Classified; Bargaining Unit eligible; FLSA applies.
Contract: Initial one year contract; contract days as determined by the Governing Board; other terms and conditions of employment as per the CBA, O.R.C., and/or Board Policy and Ohio Department of Health (ODH) Rules.
Compensation: Salary, insurance coverage, and fringe benefits as per the current Board adopted policies and schedules, with placement for granted education, experience, and responsibility.
Education/Degree: High school diploma. Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education and/or Social Service is preferred.
Reports to: Supervisor, Home Visiting Services
Supervises: N/A
Job Goal: To complete home visits with families, at their homes and other locations that are in the Home Visiting program following the Home Visiting Model used by the ESCEO.
Qualifications: The following qualifications are considered as guidelines:
- Eligible for ODH Home Visitor credential.
- Two years of experience working with children and/or families.
- Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and software/programs.
- Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
- Alternatives to the above as approved by the Governing Board.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Adhere to all ODH Home Visiting program rules.
- Comply with ODH credentialing process and maintain credentials without lapse.
- Attend required training as identified by ESCEO and ODH Rules.
- Adhere to the ODH prescribed Home Visiting schedule.
- Conduct ODH prescribed home visits that are culturally sensitive and respectful to families.
- Facilitate attainment of child/family goals as identified in the family plan and the transition of the child to a development-enhancing program by age three.
- Assist with the recruitment and enrollment of children/families and collect and maintain current, accurate billing data and documentation including but not limited to, family plans, family goals, case contacts, screenings, and referrals.
- Enter all required data into ODH provided data system(s) in accordance with ODH regulations (3701-8-07).
- Conduct developmental screening, parent and family assessment, and implement ESCEO Infant Toddler approved curriculum.
- A minimum of two (2) completed home visits per work day as directed by your supervisor.
- Network with community service providers to ensure appropriate resources and referrals.
- Participate in community outreach services.
- Participate in staff meetings and supervision.
- Establish rapport to maintain positive working relationships with families and the community.
- Any other duties assigned by the Superintendent.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
