Family Liaison

Job Description

Job Description

This hybrid position is scheduled to work 25 hours a week, M-F between the hours of 8am - 5 : 30pm with some weekend and evening work.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING AS A FAMILY LIAISON

As a Great Start Collaborative Family Liaison, you will engage with families to identify their needs and provide resources that support early childhood development. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include conducting outreach to local families and community organizations, facilitating workshops and informational sessions, and developing individualized plans that address specific family needs. You will work closely with educators and community partners to ensure that families are aware of available services and programs. Regularly assessing the effectiveness of these programs will be essential, as will gathering feedback from families to enhance future offerings.

Additionally, you will document and report on your activities, ensuring that you maintain clear and organized records of your interactions and challenges faced. Collaboration, communication, and a proactive approach will be at the heart of your daily tasks as you work towards fostering an enriching environment for families in West Michigan.

What you need to be successful

To thrive as a Great Start Collaborative Family Liaison, you will need strong interpersonal and communication skills to build rapport with families and community partners effectively. A keen sense of empathy and active listening will be crucial in understanding the unique challenges faced by families. Demonstrated problem-solving abilities will empower you to develop creative solutions tailored to their needs. Organizational skills are essential for managing multiple priorities and maintaining accurate records of family interactions and resources.

Adaptability and flexibility will help you navigate the dynamic landscape of community services, ensuring you can respond effectively to emerging needs. Additionally, a passion for early childhood education and a commitment to fostering inclusive environments will drive your efforts to empower families. Lastly, a collaborative mindset will enable you to work harmoniously with diverse stakeholders to create meaningful connections and support systems.

Pay Range Statement :

The typical offer range for this role is from minimum to midpoint, with the midpoint representing the average pay for this in a market scope. Please note that this range represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade for which this position belongs to. The salary offer considers a variety of factors relevant to this position, which includes knowledge, skills, and experience, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The full starting salary range for this position at HWMUW is $21-$26 / hr. BENEFITS : HWMUW OFFERS A BENEFIT PACKAGE TO PART-TIME EMPLOYEES THAT INCLUDES VACATION, PERSONAL / SICK TIME, 401(K) WITH EMPLOYER MATCH, PAID VOLUNTEER HOURS AND MORE!sEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION FOR MORE DETAILS.

Salary : $21 - $26