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Skills Needed: Qualifications of the Family Engagement Specialist

Associate Degree in Social Work or a related field. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
Experience working with low-income families in a high-risk community. Knowledge of community resources and capacity to develop community cooperation to ensure that families receive comprehensive services.
Experience with, and knowledge of, Head Start Program Performance Standards is preferred.
Ability to establish supportive relationships with children and families from diverse backgrounds.
Ability to utilize reflective supervision.
Ability to work within an interdisciplinary team as a cooperative and supportive team member.
Ability to thrive in a mobile work environment, managing across more than one location.
Clearance of background check as required by local, state and federal regulations.
Physical examination and diagnostic tests as required by local, state and federal regulations.
A bi-annual physical exam, drug screen and TB test are required as a condition of continual employment.
Must have reliable transportation.
 

Attributes of the Family Engagement Specialist

Collaborative. You exercise a thoughtful, reflective and strength-based approach to coaching.
Cooperative. You work as a cooperative and supportive member of an interdisciplinary team.
Relationship Builder. You listen, communicate, and build relationships with diverse families, various professionals and community groups.
Able to Engage in Difficult Conversations with a Growth Mindset. You understand that difficult conversations are necessary for true reflection and growth.
Great listener. You take the time to learn what is valuable and important to others. You confidently engage with staff at all levels to define needs and expectations.
Resilient. You maintain a respectful, welcoming and positive attitude and respond to challenges in a manner that consistently demonstrates respect and concern.
Confidential. You exercise discretion in handling confidential information and materials.
 

What’s Attractive to the Right Family Engagement Specialist Candidate?

You will have the data you need to know you're making a difference, and your work will elevate the work of the entire organization you support.
You will be supported by recognized experts in their field, and you’ll have the resources you need to provide the level of service every student needs to succeed.
Our staff is passionate about the work we do and the people we serve.
Every day brings a new challenge and opportunity.
As part of this exciting new grant, you will help us build the program and influence the lives of 144 children and their families.
We have a strong, dependable, passionate and welcoming staff and we work together to accomplish our mission.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision insurance, long term and short-term disability, 403b with company match, fixed leave during school closings plus personal days and holidays and more.
 

To Apply for the Family Engagement Specialist position:

Use the "Apply" button on this page or simply email your resume to Ellen Greenwood at (Please contact us using the "Apply for this Job Posting" box below) with “Educare - Family Engagement Specialist #2019-2468 L4G” as the subject of the email. Please include your resume as a Word or PDF attachment to the email, and paste your cover letter in the body of your email.

 


Staffing Advisors has been engaged to find the right candidate and is committed to helping create a diverse work environment for our client. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. This position may require pre-employment screening potentially including a criminal background check, verification of academic credentials, licenses, certifications, and/or verification of work history.

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