Healthy Start Family Support Coordinator

Kids Central, Inc.; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids Central, Inc. in Gainesville, FL is seeking a Healthy Start Family Care Coordinator for the Child Welfare program. The role provides basic social services to Healthy Start participants, with case management, referrals, and education to improve pregnancy outcomes.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in social sciences or related field, with 2 years of related experience preferred. Bilingual English/Spanish is highly preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, Social Work, Human Services or a Health-Related field is required.
• 2 years of related experience preferred.
• Bilingual speaking (English/Spanish is highly preferred).

Responsibilities

• Perform case management services for individuals/families receiving Healthy Start services.
• Assist clients in accessing community services and provide information and education on smoking cessation, childbirth education, breastfeeding support, parenting and infant growth and development.
• Initiate tracking procedures for client, family of client and client’s provider to manage appointments and referrals.
• Maintain/update client files, tickler cards and ensure Healthy Start database is updated.
• Assess the educational needs of Healthy Start clients at risk for poor pregnancy outcomes.
• Assist with office coverage and be available to receive calls or visit the Healthy Start Office during office hours.
• Complete all Healthy Start assessments and home visits as required per program guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Public speaking

Community resources knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social sciences or related field

2 years of related experience (preferred)

Job description

Kids Central, Inc. in Gainesville, FL is seeking a Healthy Start Family Care Coordinator for the Child Welfare program. The role provides basic social services to Healthy Start participants, with case management, referrals, and education to improve pregnancy outcomes.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in social sciences or related field, with 2 years of related experience preferred. Bilingual English/Spanish is highly preferred.