Trabajador Social con Enfoque en Primera Infancia

Placements24; Cancún; Hybrid; MXN 223,000 - 357,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Hybrid work arrangement in Cancún

Ongoing professional development

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a nurturing and experienced Social Worker focused on Early Infancy to join the Cancún team. You will support families with children aged 0-6, addressing developmental, social, emotional, and environmental needs through home visits and counseling.

Work includes connecting families to resources, advocating for child welfare, and collaborating with healthcare and education professionals in Quintana Roo.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work with specialization or coursework in early childhood development or family services.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience working directly with families and young children.
• Knowledge of child development principles, trauma-informed care, and family systems.
• Experience in case management, advocacy, and resource navigation.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and active listening skills.
• Spanish fluency required; knowledge of indigenous languages is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children's development and family needs.
• Provide direct social work services, including counseling and support to families with young children.
• Facilitate access to early intervention services, healthcare, childcare, and educational resources.
• Conduct home visits to assess living conditions and provide support in the home environment.
• Develop individualized service plans in collaboration with families and other professionals.
• Advocate for the rights and needs of children and families within social service systems.
• Educate parents and caregivers on child development, parenting skills, and available resources.
• Collaborate with pediatricians, educators, and other early childhood professionals.
• Maintain accurate, confidential client records and prepare detailed reports.
• Participate in ongoing professional development related to early childhood social work.

Skills

Empathy

Active listening

Interpersonal skills

Trauma-informed care

Case management

Resource navigation

Spanish fluency

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a nurturing and experienced Trabajador Social con Enfoque en Primera Infancia to join their dedicated team in Cancún, Quintana Roo . This crucial role focuses on supporting families and young children (ages 0-6) by addressing developmental, social, emotional, and environmental needs. You will conduct home visits, provide counseling, connect families with resources, and advocate for child welfare within the community. The ideal candidate possesses specialized knowledge in early childhood development, strong empathetic skills, and a passion for empowering families during these critical early years. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of young children and their families in the beautiful region of Cancún , contributing to their healthy development and overall well-being through supportive and integrated services.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children's development and family needs.
• Provide direct social work services, including counseling and support to families with young children.
• Facilitate access to early intervention services, healthcare, childcare, and educational resources.
• Conduct home visits to assess living conditions and provide support in the home environment.
• Develop individualized service plans in collaboration with families and other professionals.
• Advocate for the rights and needs of children and families within social service systems.
• Educate parents and caregivers on child development, parenting skills, and available resources.
• Collaborate with pediatricians, educators, and other early childhood professionals.
• Maintain accurate, confidential client records and prepare detailed reports.
• Participate in ongoing professional development related to early childhood social work.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) with a specialization or significant coursework in early childhood development or family services.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience working directly with families and young children.
• Demonstrated knowledge of child development principles, trauma-informed care, and family systems.
• Experience in case management, advocacy, and resource navigation.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and active listening skills.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with diverse families.
• Proficiency in relevant assessment tools and documentation practices.
• Familiarity with the social service landscape in Quintana Roo is an advantage.
• Spanish fluency is required; knowledge of indigenous languages is a plus.
• Commitment to promoting child welfare and family well-being.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and a flexible hybrid work arrangement in Cancún . You will have the opportunity to work closely with a vulnerable population, providing essential support that fosters healthy development. We provide ongoing professional development and a collaborative work environment. This role offers the immense satisfaction of contributing to the foundational well-being of children and families in the region. Benefit from a supportive team and resources dedicated to excelling in early childhood social work.