Family Worker (Bilingual in Spanish)

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.In this role you will : Be responsible for implementing and participating in a coordinated approach to ERSEA (Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment, Attendance), Health Services, Family and Community Engagement, and Mental Health services for the promotion of overall family wellness.Essential Functions : Perform this position's functions with a strong understanding of the Head Start Program Performance Standards and local, state, and other federal guidelines.Participate and coordinate the development and progress of family engagement activities including Family Engagement Goal Setting.Advocate and collaborate with community agencies to support child, family, and agency outcomes.Maintain complete, accurate family service records where confidentiality is maintained in accordance with agency, local, state, and federal guidelines.Monitor and collect data for funding streams, monthly reports, and annual Program Information Report (PIR).Perform other duties, as may be required.Minimum Qualifications : High School Diploma.Within 18 months of hire, at a minimum, a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or a related field.Bi-lingual preferred in one or more of the following : Spanish.Qualifications Preferred : Family Development Credential (FDC).Experience working with children and families preferred.BA in Human Services or related field.What we can do for you : Professional development & career growth.Work that makes a difference and impacts your community.Experienced leadership and supervision towards license / certifications.We also offer : Generous Paid Time Off.Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA).401k Pension and Employer Contribution.Flexible Spending and Commuter Benefits Accounts.Employer paid short-term & long-term disability, life, and AD&D insurance.Employee Assistance Program.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#J-18808-Ljbffr