Family Services Worker- Head Start Program

Description

The position is responsible for working with families and children at LULAC Head Start, Inc. This position will be responsible for making home visits and assisting children and families by providing resources and making referrals. The role assists or provides assistance in crisis, keeps and maintains confidentiality of records on individual cases, serves as a liaison between families/client and community services, helps implement eligibility, recruitment, selection, enrollment and attendance.

Responsible for the accuracy and maintenance of child files, enrollment applications, etc. This position also assists with the completion of the child health requirements and other required screenings and assessments.

Required Education and Experience

• Knowledge of home-based services
• Knowledge of area resources
• Knowledge of basic child development
• Child Development Associate (CDA)
• Associate or Bachelor Degree in related field
• An equivalent combination of education and experience

• Ability to work with both children and adults
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to maintain precise records as well as confidentiality and discretion
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as individually
• Ability to travel out of town to attend workshops or training
• Knowledge of Head Start program required
• Excellent customer service, high ethical professional standards, and multicultural perspective
• Bilingual preferred
• Must have a health screening and TB test prior to the start of employment & biennially thereafter
• Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19
• Must pass a criminal records check (Fingerprint Clearance)
• Valid driver’s license and proof of coverage of motor vehicle insurance