Community Outreach Specialist - Head Start Enrollment

YWCA; St. Louis (MO); In loco; USD 38.000 - 48.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

YWCA of Metropolitan St. Louis seeks a Family Outreach Worker to recruit eligible families with children ages 0–5 for the Head Start/Early Head Start programs. The role emphasizes community engagement, enrollment coordination, and ensuring health data is accurately recorded in ChildPlus.

The position requires building trust with families, navigating health resources, and maintaining compliant records while promoting program access and community partnerships.

Competenze

• Typing speed of at least 20 words per minute.
• Basic math skills for daily record keeping and reporting.
• Demonstrated problem solving and effective communication (verbal and written).
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to relate to diverse families.

Mansioni

• Recruit eligible families for Head Start/Early Head Start programs through community outreach events.
• Coordinate enrollment activities and ensure timely completion of applications.
• Maintain accurate record keeping and ensure health information is entered into ChildPlus.
• Identify healthcare options and resources for families and facilitate access to services.
• Conduct door-to-door outreach in surrounding communities as needed.

Conoscenze

Typing 20 wpm

Basic math

Problem solving

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Formazione

Four-year degree

Descrizione del lavoro

YWCA of Metropolitan St. Louis seeks a Family Outreach Worker to recruit eligible families with children ages 0–5 for the Head Start/Early Head Start programs. The role emphasizes community engagement, enrollment coordination, and ensuring health data is accurately recorded in ChildPlus.

The position requires building trust with families, navigating health resources, and maintaining compliant records while promoting program access and community partnerships.