Family Engagement Specialist

People Incorporated; Bristol (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Accident, critical illness, and indemn

15 paid holidays

Generous paid time off

Job summary

People Incorporated of Virginia seeks a Family Engagement Specialist to provide in-home services for Head Start and Early Head Start families at the Bristol Center. The role emphasizes service orientation, community resources knowledge, and teamwork to support family growth and early education.

The ideal candidate holds an ECE degree or certification and related experience. Strong communication across socio-economic backgrounds is essential. Generous benefits and paid time off are included.

Qualifications

• A degree or certification in Early Childhood Education (ECE) and/or HMS and related experience is required.
• Strong ability to connect with families and coordinate local resources.
• Effective communication with diverse families and team members.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home services to Head Start and Early Head Start clients at the Bristol Center.
• Facilitate family growth, education, and development through engagement activities.
• Connect families with community resources and supports as needed.
• Collaborate with staff to support program goals and family outcomes.

Skills

In-home family services

Community resources knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

ECE degree

ECE certification

Job description

People Incorporated of Virginia is currently seeking a qualified applicant for the position of Family Engagement Specialist at our Bristol Head Start Center. The successful candidate will provide in-home services to clients enrolled in Head Start and Early Head Start. The successful candidate will be service minded, knowledgeable of community resources and basic early childhood education, and be team focused. A degree or certification in ECE and/or HMS and related experience required.

We're an organization that's committed to improving the lives of those we serve. With your help, we can make a difference in our communities. Your work at People Incorporated will contribute to our vision of building futures and realizing dreams for clients, and ultimately, our community.

You might be a good fit to work with us if:

• You are committed to making a difference every day and want a career that reflects your values.
• You enjoy a relaxed dress code
• You want to work for a company that values you as a person, providing ample leave time and stellar benefits.

You might be a good fit for the Family Engagement Specialist f:

• You have the ability to work with and effectively communicate to individuals from several socio-economic backgrounds to facilitate family growth, education and development.
• Ability to articulate an awareness of self, values and ethics as they impact work with our families.

• Benefits include a 403(b) retirement plan
• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• life insurance
• short-term and long-term disability
• accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans.
• Employees also receive 15 paid holidays and a very generous paid time off program.

People Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program and a smoke/drug free workplace. Auxiliary Aids and Services are Available Upon Request to Individuals with Disabilities. For access to Virginia Relay (Telecommunications Relay Service) dial "711" or toll free 800-828-1120 (TTY) or 800 828-1140.

Position is open until filled.

Monday through Friday; 8 am to 4:30 pm

40 hours/weekly