Family Development Specialist - Head Start Job Salisbury area,North Carolina USA,Education / Teaching

Department: Head Start/Early Head Start (HS/EHS)
Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: PFCE and ERSEA Specialist Schedule: FT, 10 months HS or 12 months EHS

Salary: $19.19 hourly

Position Statement

The Family Development Specialist will provide quality, comprehensive support services to children/families participating in the Head Start and Early Head Start programs. This position will assist parents in enhancing their role as the primary influence in their child's education and development. The Family Development Specialist will establish parental involvement in child developmental activities and educational programs along with working with parents to set goals and access appropriate support services.

This position will be responsible for creating training programs and facilitating positive parent, school and student relationships. The Family Development Specialist will also determine participant eligibility and coordinate child/family enrollment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Recruit eligible children/families for the purpose of providing comprehensive services

Strive to maintain full enrollment and serve families most in need of services according to federal guidelines

Assess family and infant/child needs (e.g. conducts surveys, interviews, etc.) for the purpose of determining eligibility and/or developing an action plan to remove barriers to a child's success in school.

Assist parents in a variety of areas (e.g. filling out forms/surveys, health, nutrition living skills, budgeting, job skills, goal setting, etc.) for the purpose of developing an action plan to remove barriers to child's school readiness and supporting the family in basic life skills and economic stability.

Encourage family involvement and orients prospective participants (e.g. site tours, program overview and eligibility requirements, benefits, etc.) for the purpose of establishing familiarity with the Head Start program, services, and required processes.

Provide or assist with health screenings, immunization verifications, and other outside agency referrals (e.g. hearing, vision, immunization compliance, height/weight relationships, etc.) for the purpose of promoting needed treatment and complying with program requirements.

Conduct home visits for the purpose of enrolling students in the program, interviewing parents, informing parents of school and/or community resources and providing child and family development/parenting information, and helps family set and reach goals.

Develop individualized health, nutrition, and family support plans for all enrolled children for the purpose of furthering family goals, plans, and success strategies.

Report suspected incidents (e.g. physical, sexual and/or substance abuse, contagious diseases, etc.) to appropriate parties for the purpose of maintaining student's personal health and safety and adhering to agency policies.

Maintain a variety of manual and electronic records, (e.g., program participation, contact sheets, family file, Child Plus database, agency referrals, etc.) for the purpose of documenting and tracking required data and information on program participants.

Other duties as deemed necessary by the Center Manager to ensure the smooth operation of the HS/EHS program.

Parent and Community Engagement

Participate in workshops, meetings, community events, etc. (e.g. partner meetings, conferences, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or presenting information.

Provide outreach to low income communities, community leaders and organizations for the purpose of recruiting families to Head Start, developing resources, and building partnerships with community members.

Plan and facilitate family meetings and parent involvement events (e.g. health and welfare, nutrition, counseling, etc.) for the purpose of providing for family support needs and complying with program regulations.

Responsible for the recruitment of parent and community volunteers, including assisting with planning and coordinating annual volunteer recognition program.

Responsible for assisting with Parent Committee, Health Services and School Readiness Advisory Committee, and Policy Council contacts.

Work in association with the Center Manager or other designated partner to support center-based recruitment activities/plans.

Actively work to identify and support volunteer efforts/engagement that promote HS/EHS programs and children.

Compliance and Reporting

Required to administer job duties in accordance with Head Start program standards for the purpose of ensuring program eligibility and compliance with mandated regulations.

Required to submit monthly data reports, documentation of parent meetings, training and referrals.

Responsible for maintaining compliance with Agency Policy and Procedures, Head Start Performance Standards, and North Carolina Day Care Rules and Regulations.

Establish and monitor services that ensure program quality and compliance with Head Start Performance Standards.

Responsible for reporting Child Abuse and Neglect (
* whether witnessed or made…


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