Family Development Worker

POSITION OVERVIEW

Provide in-home and other services to families and children participating in Early Head Start and Head Start programs; establish mutually respectful partnerships with families; support families' efforts to reach their goals; provide opportunities for children and families to participate in family literacy services; coordinate and integrate Head Start services in order to enhance effectiveness; support families in accessing other community resource; and assist families in crisis.

Expected Positive Outcomes

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

JOB FUNCTIONS

Benchmark Job

x

Remote Work Eligible

Essential Functions

Essential Function

Maintain a full case load and offer timely follow up of services depending on individualized needs, interests and plans.

Track delivery of Head Start/Early Head Start services using the designated agency tracking system.

Maintain accurate, clear, up to date and complete documentation including agency and program required deadlines.

Develop strengths-based assessments with families that describe their goals, strengths, resources and support networks, as well as necessary services and supports

Follow-up meetings with families on the progress toward meeting their goals; conduct home visits, timely referrals and keep track of any needed revisions to family goals/plans.

Maintain an up to date Parent Involvement Calendar of Events and support all activities related to Program Governance.

Research and keep up-to-date on program and community resources.

Conduct outreach, recruitment, complete applications and enrollment paperwork.

Coordinate delivery of integrated services from all content area departments: Family and Community Engagement; Student Support Services; Family Wellness; Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment, Attendance, and Child Development Services.

Actively promote parent involvement in the program/child's education

Additional Responsibilities

Required for All Jobs

PREFERRED/ REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Education Level

Education Details

Required/ Preferred

Bachelor's

Degree

in Social Work, Psychology, Education, Sociology or related field.

Required

and

Combination of lesser education combined with years of experience may be considered.

Required

Work Experience

Experience

Experience Details

Required/ Preferred

1-3 years

A minimum of three (3) years experience in a social service setting working with children and/or families.

Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

KSAs

Proficiency

Demonstrated teaching or training skills.

Capacity to problem solve, handle crisis, and work with families and children of low-income backgrounds.

Ability to work sensitively with families of diverse ethnic, language and cultural backgrounds

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Working knowledge of local community resources.

COMPUTER PROFICIENCY:

• Intermediate Microsoft Office experience

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required.

Licenses and Certifications

Licenses/Certifications

Licenses/Certification Details

Time Frame

Required/ Preferred

Must receive Family Development Credential

within 1 Year

Required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands

A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Demand

N/A

Rarely

Occasionally

Frequently

Constantly

Weight

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Lifting

X

Carrying

X

Physical Demands

A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Demand

N/A

Rarely

Occasionally

Frequently

Constantly

Weight

Pushing

X

Pulling

Climbing

X

Balancing

Stooping

X

Kneeling

X

Crouching

Crawling

Reaching

Handling

Grasping

Feeling

Talking

Hearing

Repetitive Motions

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

Working Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to work within the selected working environments.

Working Condition

N/A

Rarely

Occasionally

Frequently

Constantly

Extreme cold

Extreme heat

Humid

Wet

Noise

Hazards

Temperature Change

Atmospheric Conditions

Vibration

BakerRipley is an equal opportunity employer/program. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any status protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for persons with disabilities.