Head Start Pathway Specialist III

Community Action Council; Carlisle (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Action Council seeks a Head Start Pathway Specialist to work independently on family case management and support services in line with Head Start Program Performance Standards.

The role involves guiding families, coordinating services, and promoting healthy living within the community to foster overall well-being and resilience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in family/human services or social work required for Specialist I.
• Associate degree required for Specialist II.
• High school diploma with credential within 18 months required for Specialist III.
• Understanding of poverty’s impact on early growth and family relations preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication and organizational skills required.
• Computer literacy with word processing, spreadsheets and databases preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive case management activities for families per Head Start standards.
• Advise and assist individuals and families with various issues and challenges.
• Coordinate services and activities with families and communities to foster well-being.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Family Services / Human Services / Counseling / Social Work

Associate degree in Family Studies / Human Services / Counseling / Social Work

High school diploma or GED with credential within 18 months

Job description

The Head Start Pathway Specialist works independently on comprehensive case management activities for families in accordance with Head Start Program Performance Standards. The position advises and assists individuals and families with a variety of issues and/or challenges through the Family Partnership and Agreement Plan. The Head Start Pathway Specialist creates, provides, and coordinates services and activities with families and communities that foster strength, healthy living, and overall well-being.A. Pathway Specialist I: Bachelor’s in Family Services, Human Services, Counseling, or Social Work is required, plus one year of ECS case management experience.B. Pathway Specialist II: Associate degree in Family Studies, Human Services, Counseling, or Social Work is required, plus one year of ECS case management experience.C. Pathway Specialist III: High school diploma or GED, is required. Must obtain within eighteen (18) months of hire, at a minimum, a credential or certification in Social Work, human services, family services, counseling or related field.General understanding of community history, traditions, and beliefs is preferred.Understanding of the causes and effects of poverty as they apply to early growth and family relations is preferred.Knowledge and understanding of human services program management, including program planning, special needs programs, and utilizing community resources is required.Must have excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills.Computer literacy, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and internet and e communications are highly preferred.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines.