What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Support Specialist position at Lake Ridge Fire Department Inc.?
Position Type :
Head Start / Family Support Specialist
Date Posted : 3 / 9 / 2023
Location : Head Start
Date Available : Immediately
Closing Date :
Immediately Lake Ridge Head Start Family Support Job Description ( Full Time)
The Primary role of Family Support; is to coordinate and provide direct support services to Head Start families through case management, home visits, family needs assessment, family goals, resources, and referrals, establishing and maintaining community partnerships, and doing recruitment / enrollment.
Parent and family engagement activities are grounded in positive, ongoing, and goal-oriented relationships with families and work toward parents achieving their goals. By providing support and encouragement to parents and guardians, family engagement outcomes are achieved, resulting in children who are healthy and ready for school.
Scope of Responsibility :
- Provides recruitment and enrollment services.
- Provides individual case management by building trusting relationships with low-income Head Start families in identifying strengths, assessing their needs, setting goals, and utilizing available resources to achieve desired outcomes.
- Establishes and maintains community partnerships to assist in the resource / referral process for Head Start families.
- Supports and encourages parents and guardians to become involved and engaged in the Head Start Start program.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
QUALIFICATIONS :
1. BA Degree preferred in Human Services / Child and Family Services or related field.
2. Experience working with families / preschool children.
3. Must have a thorough knowledge of computers.
4. Must be self-directed, and have good organizational / time management skills.
5. Verbal and written communication skills are essential.