Family Engagement & Support Specialist - Head Start

Fort Washington Medical Center; Riverdale Park (MD); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Paid time off

Employer-paid disability & life

Retirement contribution and match

Job summary

The Lourie Center Head Start, part of Adventist HealthCare, seeks an experienced Family Engagement Specialist. The role supports recruitment, enrollment, and tailored family plans in a federally funded program serving low-income families and pregnant women with children birth to five years.

The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, with day shifts and a focus on equity in health, housing, and community resources. A BLS certification and a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• 3 years working in multi-cultural, multi-ethnic communities.
• Must obtain the Family Development Credential within 18 months of hire.
• Active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment and enrollment of families, coordinating enrollment transitions.
• Use Family Strength Assessment data to tailor family support plans.
• Organize and oversee family engagement initiatives with participant feedback.
• Collaborate with Head Start managers and directors to identify needed family interventions.
• Maintain child records and relevant family data in the data system.
• Provide resources, training, and ongoing support during early intervention evaluation and eligibility.
• Identify families needing services and refer to community resources to improve health, housing and economic equity.
• Attend meetings, trainings and collaborations as directed by leadership.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Multicultural experience

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma required

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

BLS certification

Valid driver’s license

Job description

The Lourie Center Head Start, part of Adventist HealthCare, seeks an experienced Family Engagement Specialist. The role supports recruitment, enrollment, and tailored family plans in a federally funded program serving low-income families and pregnant women with children birth to five years.

The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, with day shifts and a focus on equity in health, housing, and community resources. A BLS certification and a valid driver’s license are required.