Bilingual Family Development Worker (2161)

BakerRipley; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

BakerRipley is seeking a Head Start family services case manager to support in-home and community-based services for families and children. You will coordinate and document services, build mutual partnerships, and promote family literacy and child development across Head Start programs.

You will work with diverse families, maintain caseloads, and connect families to local resources, supporting crisis and goal attainment with sensitivity and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education, Sociology or related field.
• Minimum of three (3) years experience in a social service setting with children and/or families.
• Ability to problem solve, work with diverse families, and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a full case load and timely follow up based on family plans.
• Track delivery of Head Start services using the designated tracking system.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation and meet deadlines.
• Develop family goals with strengths-based assessments and support networks.
• Conduct home visits, referrals, and revise family goals as needed.
• Promote parent involvement in the program and child education.
• Coordinate integrated services across program departments.
• Research and connect families to community resources.

Skills

Teaching skills

Crisis management

Diversity sensitivity

Communication skills

Knowledge of local resources

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education, Sociology or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Position Overview

Provide in-home and other services to families and children participating in Early Head Start and Head Start programs; establish mutually respectful partnerships with families; support families' efforts to reach their goals; provide opportunities for children and families to participate in family literacy services; coordinate and integrate Head Start services in order to enhance effectiveness; support families in accessing other community resource; and assist families in crisis.

Job Functions

• Maintain a full case load and offer timely follow up of services depending on individualized needs, interests and plans.
• Track delivery of Head Start/Early Head Start services using the designated agency tracking system.
• Maintain accurate, clear, up to date and complete documentation including agency and program required deadlines.
• Develop strengths-based assessments with families that describe their goals, strengths, resources and support networks, as well as necessary services and supports
• Follow-up meetings with families on the progress toward meeting their goals; conduct home visits, timely referrals and keep track of any needed revisions to family goals/plans.
• Maintain an up to date Parent Involvement Calendar of Events and support all activities related to Program Governance.
• Research and keep up-to-date on program and community resources.
• Conduct outreach, recruitment, complete applications and enrollment paperwork.
• Coordinate delivery of integrated services from all content area departments: Family and Community Engagement; Student Support Services; Family Wellness; Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment, Attendance, and Child Development Services.
• Actively promote parent involvement in the program/child’s education

Qualifications

PREFERRED/ REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education - Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education, Sociology or related field. Combination of lesser education combined with years of experience may be considered.

Work Experience - Required

• 1-3 years - A minimum of three (3) years experience in a social service setting working with children and/or families.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated teaching or training skills.
• Capacity to problem solve, handle crisis, and work with families and children of low-income backgrounds.
• Ability to work sensitively with families of diverse ethnic, language and cultural backgrounds
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of local community resources.

Computer Proficiency

• Intermediate Microsoft Office experience

Language Requirements

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required.

Licenses And Certifications

• Must receive Family Development Credential within 1 Year

BakerRipley is an equal opportunity employer/program. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any status protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for persons with disabilities.