Family/Health Services Worker

Job Summary

Definition

Under general supervision, the Family / Health Services Worker provides ongoing, consistent communications with Head Start / State Preschool families. The Family / Health Services Worker performs case management for Head Start / State Preschool families needing services (such as health, special needs, nutrition, social services, resources, parent involvement activities and communications, program management communications and mental health services) based on family strengths, concerns, needs and priorities. The Family / Health Services Worker recruits families to insure that families are recipients of services needed to ensure success of family goals. The Family / Health Services Worker assists families in the development of family goals as a member of the interdisciplinary family services team. The Family / Health Services Worker is a member of the interdisciplinary team that includes program management, teaching and program area staff. Evaluated by the program supervisor.

EXAMPLES OF JOB DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS

For a complete list of duties and requirements, please refer to the job description. Job descriptions can be found on : www.edjoin.org / garveyschooldistrict

Requirements / Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS

• Associate's Degree or higher in Social Work or in a related field - (or) - possess a Family Development Credential.
• Possession of a valid and appropriate California Driver's License and automobile insurance.
• Effective oral communication skills in English and in the designated second language(s) (see above).
• Read and converse fluently in designated second language.
• Volunteer or paid experience in a Head Start / State Preschool or similar program.
• Possession of a valid and appropriate California Driver's License and automobile insurance.
• Must successfully pass the Garvey School District Application Screening Process and the district Written and Bilingual Tests.
• Completion of a Criminal Records Check will be required prior to beginning work.

Desirable : Bilingual in English and in one or more of the following languages : Cantonese / Mandarin, Spanish, or Vietnamese.

TESTING IS REQUIRED

The required Written / Bilingual tests will be scheduled on a future date. Applicants will be notified of test date and time.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Complete an application on EDJOIN.org by the deadline date below. Do not use the phrases "see resume", "see attached" or "refer to previous applications". All applications will be screened. Incomplete applications are subject to disqualification. Employees requesting a transfer within the same classification are to complete a district classified application and a classified transfer request form.

APPLICATION DEADLINE :

Applications must be received no later than 5 : 00 p.m. on Edjoin.org by the date listed. We reserve the right to reopen these positions, re-advertise or delay filling these positions.

The Governing Board prohibits unlawful discrimination against and / or harassment of district employees and job applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender or sexual orientation, at any district site and / or activity. (BP 4030) Equal Opportunity Employer

Comments and Other Information

TESTING

Applicants who pass the application screening process will be notified and scheduled for a written and Bilingual test.

ACCOMODATION

Individuals with legally defined disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in the examination process. In order to make the request, please contact the Human Resources Office at the time of filing an application. Candidates may be required to supply documentation supporting the need for the accommodations when the request is made.