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Family Partner (Unadilla/Morris)

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Compensation
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Location
Unadilla, NY
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Family Development CredentialValid Unrestricted New York State Driver’s License

Job overview

The Family Partner works with families, classroom staff, and program specialists at Unadilla and Morris Head Start Centers to develop goals, link families to community resources, coordinate engagement events, conduct home visits, promote participation, and assist with classroom activities.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Client Service OrientationAccountability for ResultsTeamworkAdaptabilityReliabilitySpecialized Knowledge of the FieldDiscretion and JudgmentTechnical and Service Skills

Qualifications

Associate’s Degree or High School Diploma/GED/HSEDFamily Development CredentialOne Year of Related Experience in Human ServicesValid Unrestricted New York State Driver’s LicenseReliable Vehicle

Full job description

Family Partner

Head Start (https://ofoinc.org/find-program/home-based-and-preschool-programs) is seeking caring and resourceful individuals to work closely with families to promote their preschooler’s overall development and prepare them for kindergarten and life beyond school. As Family Partner you will:

  • Collaborate with classroom staff, program specialists, and families to develop child and family goals plans

  • Link families and children to community supports, healthcare, and other resources based on their strengths and needs

  • Coordinate family engagement events (e.g. program orientation, parent groups) and conduct home visits with each assigned family at least twice per program year.

  • Promote program participation by attending outreach events, canvasing neighborhoods, and maintaining relationships with community service providers

  • Assist with classroom activities as needed

This position is located at our Unadilla and Morris Head Start Centers, has school breaks and summers off, and is given access to an agency vehicle/mileage reimbursement for travel within Otsego County. Occasional evening and weekend hours.

Minimum Education and Experience: Associate’s degree OR High School Diploma/GED/HSED and equivalent experience/education in human services, social work, family services, counseling or related field; a Family Development credential (generally within 18 months of hire); and one year of related experience in human services; valid, unrestricted New York State driver’s license and reliable vehicle

Expected Skills: Technical and service skills required by duties; client service orientation; accountability for results; teamwork; adaptability; reliability; specialized knowledge of the field; consistent exercise of discretion and judgment; work predominantly varied in character

Working Conditions: Typical office and pre-school environment and equipment; local travel; work in client residences; possible exposure to childhood illness

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Pay Range Guide:

  • Standard Start Rate - education and experience meet job requirements

  • Advanced Start Rate - education and experience exceed job requirements (subject to approval)

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