Head Start Family Services Specialist

Child Development Council of Franklin County, Inc.; Columbus (OH); Sur place; USD 48 000 - 50 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Child Development Council of Franklin County, Inc. in Columbus, OH is hiring a Family Service Worker to recruit and enroll children in Head Start and ensure access to services for families. The role emphasizes case management, data entry, and community referrals to support family needs.

The FSW will collaborate with centers and community partners, conduct home visits, monitor attendance, and promote parent involvement while maintaining confidentiality and compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field is required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Familiarity with community resources, social services, and housing resources preferred.
• Experience working with Head Start or similar programs is a plus.

Responsabilités

• Recruit and enroll children in Head Start services.
• Inform families about Head Start services and promote parent engagement.
• Maintain and monitor attendance; intervene when attendance drops.
• Complete family assessments (RISE) and set goals for families.
• Collaborate with staff and community partners to coordinate services.
• Conduct at least one home visit per program year.
• Report suspected child abuse/neglect per policy and Ohio law.
• Enter data accurately into the MIS and maintain confidentiality.
• Support CFR planning with the Center Coordinator and track in-kind hours.
• Assist families with transitions to other educational settings.

Connaissances

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

Organizational skills

Time management

Reporting

Microsoft Office

Social work knowledge

Community resources

Collaboration

Teamwork

Formation

Bachelor’s Degree in social work or related degree

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Child Development Council of Franklin County, Inc. in Columbus, OH is hiring a Family Service Worker to recruit and enroll children in Head Start and ensure access to services for families. The role emphasizes case management, data entry, and community referrals to support family needs.

The FSW will collaborate with centers and community partners, conduct home visits, monitor attendance, and promote parent involvement while maintaining confidentiality and compliance with regulations.