Head Start Pathway Specialist III - Bilingual

Community Action Council; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 44,083,000 - 47,527,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Action Council in Lexington, KY 40504 is seeking an Entry-level Head Start Pathway Specialist for the Fayette West Center. This full-time role focuses on independent case management for families, aligning with Head Start Performance Standards.

The position advises and assists individuals and families on a range of issues, creating, coordinating, and delivering services with communities to promote strength, healthy living, and overall well-being.

Qualifications

• Pathway Specialist I: Bachelor's in family studies, child development, social work or related field + 1 year ECS case management.
• Pathway Specialist II: Associate's degree in family studies, child development, social work or related field + 1 year ECS case management.
• Pathway Specialist III: High school diploma or GED; must obtain a credential in social work or related field within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Works independently on comprehensive case management for families per Head Start Standards.
• Advises and assists individuals and families with various issues and challenges.
• Coordinates services and activities with families and communities to foster strength and well‑being.

Education

Bachelor's in family studies, child development, social work or related field

Associate's degree in family studies, child development, social work or related field

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Level: Entry

Job Location: Fayette West Center - Lexington, KY 40504

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $15.56 Hourly

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

The position works independently on comprehensive case management activities for families in accordance with Head Start 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 (FPAP). 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.

Qualifications

• Pathway Specialist I: Bachelor's in family studies, child development, social work or a related field is required, plus one year of Early Childhood Studies (ECS) case management experience.
• Pathway Specialist II: Associate's degree in family studies, child development, social work or a related field is required, plus one year of ECS case management experience.
• Pathway Specialist III: High school diploma or GED is required. Must obtain a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling or a related field within eighteen (18) months of hire.