Family Service & Engagement Worker

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC); Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Wellness Rewards

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Mileage & Cell Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. is seeking a Family Service and Engagement Worker in Pueblo, CO to partner with families and connect them to essential program and community services. The role emphasizes bilingual engagement, health and safety, and promoting school readiness for children aged 0-3 and their families.

The FSEW will work in a full-time capacity, collaborating with diverse communities, maintaining health standards, and supporting families in their preferred language as much as possible.

Qualifications

• Credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling or related field within 18 months of hire.
• Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Development (ECE).
• Basic keyboard skills and ability to use computer, software programs and web-based systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with families to identify needs, strengths, goals and resources.
• Serve as liaison to program and community services to promote wellbeing and stability.
• Conduct family engagement services in families’ preferred language where possible.
• Promote school readiness by preparing children and families for school and life success.
• Actively supervise children and maintain health and safety regulations in all environments.
• Facilitate health practices to keep children safe in school, outdoor and indoor settings.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Computer skills

Experience with diverse families

Education

Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Development (ECE)

Credential or certification in social work / human services (within 18 months)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Job description

CPLC's Early Childhood Development (ECD) programs are committed to giving every child, regardless of circumstances at birth, an opportunity to succeed in school and life. Provides full-day, full-year early childhood development services to low income children, ages 0-3 years, and their families in educationally-stimulating learning environments.

The Family Service and Engagement Worker (FSEW) will collaborate with families in a partnership process that identifies the family needs, interests, strengths, goals, and resources needed to support the family’s well-being. The FSEW is the family’s liaison to program and community services and will connect assigned families to services which promote healthy, safety, and economic stability. The FSEW will be expected to conduct family engagement services and activities in the family’s preferred language to the extent possible. Promotes school readiness by preparing children and families for school and life success as it relates to this position. Actively supervise children by sight and sound at all times and in all environments. Maintain all health and safety regulations to create an optimum learning environment. Facilitate health practices to keep children safe in the school, outdoor and indoor environments.

Minimum Qualifications And Competencies

Education /Background

• Within eighteen months of hire, at a minimum, a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling or a related field.
• An Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Development (ECE)

NOTE: Education obtained outside of the United States of America (USA) and from another country must be evaluated from an accredited organization to determine equivalency to USA education status.

Other Requirements

• Bilingual in English/Spanish. (Preferred)
• A valid Colorado Driver's License and vehicle insurance is required per business needs.
• Experience working with culturally diverse and low-income families (Preferred)
• Applicant must have basic keyboard skills and be able to use computer, computer software programs (e.g. Microsoft Office, Adobe) and web-based systems.

Full-time employee’s benefits below:

• Generous Paid Holiday
• Employee Recognition Program
• Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Days
• Free Preventative Services & Wellness Rewards
• Medical, Dental, and Vision for Spouse/Domestic Partner & Children to age 26
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account
• Life + Disability options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Telemedicine & Concierge Services
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pet Care, Life Mart Purchase Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying degrees
• Mileage & Cell Reimbursement for qualifying roles
• Identity Theft Protection& Voluntary Benefits

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

CPLC knows it takes variety of thought, culture, background, and perspective to create a truly impactful workforce. As CPLC grows, we are seeking talented employees with varying backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to support our innovation and creativity. CPLC commits to a continued focus on fair and just hiring, training, promotional practices, and policies. We work for real change and progress in equal opportunity recruitment, hiring, and advancement.

Learn more by visiting https://www.eeoc.gov/poster

California Residents: Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc and its subsidiaries will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right’s Department Fair Chance Act webpage.