ECEAP- Family Support Specialist

ECEAP
- Family Support Specialist

Position Information:
Hours Per Day 6.5 Hours Days Per Week Monday - Friday Work Calendar 191 Work Days Unit Classification PSEA Pay Level $29.79 Starting Pay $32.12 Starting Pay w/BA Degree (26-27 School Year Rates)

The Auburn School District Human Resources prioritizes equity as a fundamental principle, emphasizing the removal of barriers and the promotion of inclusive practices to ensure all staff and students can thrive. This principle guides our practices, operations, and resource allocations. We actively recruit and hire individuals who are passionately dedicated to fostering an equitable environment for all. We welcome and are actively seeking applications from those committed to working in partnership with us to support this vision who share our values and are eager to contribute to creating a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels valued, respected, and a true sense of belonging.

Auburn School District complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not illegally discriminate on the basis of age; gender; race; color; creed; religion; national origin (including language); sex; sexual orientation including gender expression or identity; honorably discharged veteran or military status; the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability; the use of a trained dog guide or service animal;

and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth.

• Responsible for the social services referrals and parent engagement in the ECEAP program including outreach, recruitment, and the enrollment process.
• Facilitation of parent engagement in center activities including planning activities, managing parent budget, and volunteering in the classroom.
• Assisting families in their efforts to improve the condition and quality of family life by setting achievable goals.
• Connecting families with community services and resources.
• Developing and maintaining professional relationships with local community agencies.
• Conduct family visits both in the home and at the center to provide goal setting assistance, resource options, and ongoing support to families.
• Follow a year round recruitment plan designed to maintain a pool of eligible children on a wait list.
• Understand and implement income verification process.
• Provide appropriate resources or referral in a crisis situation.
• Facilitate the involvement of parents in all aspects of the program including Policy Council.
• Plan and carry out training for families when necessary.
• Keep accurate records, including enrollment information, family assessment, referral, and follow-up data.
• Coordinate with all components to facilitate implementation of program goals.
• Be an advocate or spokesperson for low-income persons.
• Furnish to all parents updated information on community resources and how to use them.
• Orient parents to their responsibilities and rights in ECEAP.
• Encourage parents to participate in decisions concerning the content and direction of the program.
• Attend in-service training sessions and staff meetings as scheduled.
• Participate in regular staffing and quarterly interdisciplinary review of each family.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• AA in health or human services with two years of experience in human service program, or serving low-income families preferred;
• BA in health or human services field plus one year experience working with families;
• MA in human services field or MSW, preferred but not required;
• Allowable substitute:
  Degree in other areas plus 2 years related experience and willingness to complete three college-level courses specified by ECEAP in the first year of employment.

• Submit initial health examination, including screening for TB;
• Obtain a First Aid and Infant/Child CPR card within 90 days of hiring and keep current;
• Complete criminal history, declaration form, and fingerprinting;
• Obtain a food handlers card within 90 days of hire and keep current;

• Ability to recognize and demonstrate awareness of one's own cultural identity as well as accepting and respecting the cultural identity of others.
• Commitment to establishing and supporting an environment that promotes cultural competence and equitable treatment of all staff, students, and families of the district.
• Ability to support and promote the Auburn School District's commitment to "Engage. Educate. Empower With…