Family Services Provider

HEAD START - MULTIPLE CAM; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County Department of Education HEAD START - MULTIPLE CAMPUS LOCATIONS in Houston, TX is seeking a Family Services Provider to recruit and enroll students and provide parent-driven, family-centered case management services. Responsibilities include coordinating Head Start services, engaging families and community partners, and maintaining confidential records.

Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, two years of social work experience, and strong communication skills; bilingual

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work/human services or related field with credential if needed.
• Two years of experience in social work or related area, with caseload management.
• Must be able to coordinate services for preschool children and families.

Responsibilities

• Model HCDE and Head Start’s mission, vision, and values.
• Assist campus management with daily operations.
• Work with interdisciplinary teams to deliver Head Start services.
• Identify and recruit eligible students and plan recruitment events.
• Enroll students on an ongoing basis.
• Develop partnerships with families and community resources.
• Support family engagement activities and parent committees.
• Maintain confidential documentation and data entry.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Diversity awareness

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Case coordination

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

Bilingual

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work

Bachelor’s degree in human services

Credential in social work or related field within 18 months

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Publisher

Access

Job description

Harris County Department of Education HEAD START - MULTIPLE CAMPUS LOCATIONS - Houston, Texas Open in Google Maps

Family Services Provider

Job Details

Job ID: 5544249
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Feb 18, 2026 6:00 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: $39,831 to $48,576 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]