Family Services Provider

HS-BARRETT STATION; Crosby (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County Department of Education HS-BARRETT STATION in Crosby, TX is seeking a Family Services Provider to recruit and enroll Head Start students, provide parent-driven, family-centered case management, and promote parent, family, and community engagement.

The role requires strong communication, ability to work with diverse populations, and collaboration with campus teams to coordinate services for preschool children and families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, family services, counseling or related field
• Bachelor’s degree in an unrelated field with credential in social work or related field
• Bachelor’s degree in unrelated field with case management experience and credential within 18 months
• Two years of experience in social work, human services or related area with caseload management
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Responsibilities

• Model HCDE and Head Start’s mission, vision, and values.
• Assist the Campus Manager and Assistant Campus Manager with daily operations.
• Work with interdisciplinary teams to integrate Head Start services.
• Identify and recruit eligible students for Head Start; plan recruitment events offsite as needed.
• Complete applications and enroll students on an ongoing basis.
• Develop relationships to engage families and community partners.

Skills

Strong written and verbal

Interact with diverse populations

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Coordinate preschool services

Case management skills

MS Office proficiency

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, family services, counseling or related field

Bachelor’s degree in an unrelated field with credential in social work, human services, family services, counseling or related field

Bachelor’s degree in an unrelated field with case management work experience and credential within 18 months of hire

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Publisher

Access

Job description

Family Services Provider

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This job is also posted in HARRIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Job Details

Job ID: 5944004

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 29, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

To recruit and enroll students into the Head Start program, to provide parent-driven, family centered case management services and to promote parent, family, and community engagement in the Head Start program.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in social work, human services, family services, counseling or related field; or
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in an unrelated field with a credential/certificate in social work, human services, family services, counseling or related field; or
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in an unrelated field with case management work experience and obtain a credential/certificate in social work, human services, family services, counseling or related field within 18-months of hire date

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interact with diverse populations
• Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills
• Ability to identify and solve problems
• Ability to effectively coordinate services for preschool children and their families
• Effective case management and interpersonal skills with staff, families and community partners
• Proficiency with a variety of software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Publisher and Access
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) speaking skills preferred

Experience:

• Two years of experience in social work, human services, family services, counseling or related area, including direct experience managing a caseload

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Model HCDE and Head Start’s mission, vision, and values.
• Assist the Campus Manager and Assistant Campus Manager with implementation of daily operations.
• Work with interdisciplinary teams to ensure the integration and consistent delivery of Head Start services.
• Identify and recruit eligible students, including students with special needs, for participation in the Head Start program; plan and participate in ongoing recruitment events offsite that may take place outside of the typical working days and hours.
• Complete applications and enroll students on an ongoing basis.
• Develop positive, goal-oriented relationships that support parent, family, and community engagement; cultivate existing relationships with community partners and create new ones.
• Actively support family engagement in the program, including family education and literacy events, Parent Committee, and Policy Council.
• Assess families’ strengths and needs to develop individualized partnership plans that support skill building and goal achievement; connect families with appropriate community resources.
• Provide timely case management and follow-up services, including home visits with families as needed to address attendance and the well-being of a student and family.
• Maintain current and accurate documentation and complete regular data entry.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $50,453 to $60,807 Per Year

Job Categories:

Student Services > Social Worker

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 6300 Irvington Blvd.
• Houston, Texas 77022
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]