What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Service Coordinator position at The Child Center of NY?
The Child Center of NY strengthens children and families with skills, opportunities, and emotional support to build healthy, successful lives. Founded in 1953, The Child Center of NY has become a powerful community presence throughout the city. With 50 locations and 100 programs in NYC’s most under-served communities, our 1,000 results-oriented professionals make a difference for more than 40,000 children and their families each year.
Summary:
The Family Service Coordinator/Managers responsible for monitoring ERSEA (Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment, Attendance) practices and coordinating family services across the Early Learn sites including the promotion of family wellness, building community partnerships and operating as a liaison between programs, classrooms and home settings in the areas of family engagement, child development and mental health services.
We offer:
Generous Paid Time Off
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
401k Pension and Employer Contribution
Flexible Spending and Commuter Benefits Accounts
Employer paid short-term & long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Essential Functions:
Perform the functions of this position with a strong understanding of the Head Start Program Performance Standards in addition to local, state and other federal guidelines;
Supervise and provide support to family service staff at sites;
Monitor compliance using data management systems including PROMIS, WES, Pre-Kids;
Monitor the development and progress of Family Engagement Goal Setting;
Develop system of creating and submitting reports to management team that provide information related to ERSEA, family goal setting, services provided and any other information that may be requested;
Assist with coordination and facilitation of parent and staff workshops;
Advocate and collaborate with community agencies to support child, family and agency outcomes
Coordinate and facilitate Health Advisory Committee meetings in accordance with Head Start guidelines
Monitor and collect data for funding streams, monthly reports and annual PIR.
Perform other duties, as may be required.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or a related field
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products;
Ability to plan and carry out assignments independently;
Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines and to multi-task;
Willingness and skills to deal with sensitive family situations in a non-threatening and professional manner
The Child Center of NY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. EOE M/F/D/V
Salary : $18 - $20