Head Start Family Worker

The Family Worker position at PEACE, Inc. provides family development services to HS/EHS participants through identification of family needs and provision of crisis intervention, emergency assistance, counseling, information and referral services. Working closely with parents/guardians, classroom staff, and other stakeholders, the family worker prepares Family Partnership Agreements that provide for appropriate action plans to improve quality of family life. Qualifications 2-year degree in Social Work, Human Services or other related field, or a Family Development Credential, or equivalent formal education or training. Experience working with low-income families. Knowledge of agencies and services available to address the needs of families in Onondaga County. A valid New York State driver license and reliable transportation. Responsibilities Provide crisis-intervention or counseling services as needed to assigned families of enrolled preschool children. Refer families to other services as needed. Help families to set goals, and implement Family Partnership Agreements. Conduct at least three home visits per year for each family on the caseload. Document all case notes in database. If you require additional support while applying for a position, contact our Human Resource Department at [email protected]