Mid Florida Community Services
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Job Location : Spring Hill Head Start - Spring Hill, FL Position Type : Full Time Education Level : 2 Year Degree Salary Range : $19.00 - $21.50 Hourly Description
POSITION SUMMARY : Responsible for the recruitment and enrollment of eligible families. Responsible for identifying the needs of families and their children in Head Start/Early Head Start and for providing comprehensive case management services to empower them to achieve and maintain self-sufficiency. Bilingual Preferred Schedule:
Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm Please apply online at
www.youthrivefl.org Only completed and signed applications will be considered. Full Time Position - Benefits Eligible:
Vacation, Sick, PTO, Employer paid health benefits, Non-Matching retirement, 14 company paid holidays, Pet Insurance, Basic $30,000 Life Insurance Policy, and Long-Term Disability (LTD). Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Recruits eligible children for the Head Start/Early Head Start program to meet enrollment requirements, including children with disabilities. Completes applications, parent interviews, and enrollment process. Schedules, facilitates, and documents Project Spotlight in accordance with procedures and ensures follow-up is complete. Provides case management to support families in identifying needs and goals, develops family partnership agreements, makes referrals as necessary, and provides follow-up. Collaborates with health services staff to ensure compliance with all child health requirements. Connects families with community resources to meet basic needs in times of crisis. Documents all aspects of the case management process in ChildPlus.net. May assist in scheduling initial home visits for the teaching team as required by the program and provides subsequent visits as deemed necessary. Prepares, maintains, and updates child/family files/records in accordance with policies and procedures. Supports families in coordinating, preparing, and actively participating in the Parent Family and Community Engagement Experiences. Is an active participant in all parent events. Collaborates with the Parent, Family and Community Engagement Committee and Family Services Coordinator to ensure parent/male engagement and parent activities occur at the center. Works collaboratively with center staff to promote and document family participation, and provide feedback to parents and staff regarding participation. Documents and provides follow-up on excessive absenteeism and attendance concerns as required by the program. Ensures compliance with the Rilya Wilson Act. Submits reports, documents, and files as directed. Meets monthly with the ERSEA Supervisor to discuss outcomes from reports. Maintains open and positive communication with families through ongoing contact and interaction. Greets parents at child arrival and departure times to the extent possible. Provides information about community events to families. Works in collaboration with the Community Outreach Coordinator by participating in community activities/events (occasionally on weekday evenings or weekends) that support families, enhance the Head Start/Early Head Start program, and increase community awareness of Head Start/Early Head Start. Acts as an advocate and role model for Head Start/Early Head Start families. Attends and actively participates in training programs, staff meetings, and other meetings/trainings. Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of client, staff, and agency information. Maintains effective working interactions with coworkers and outside contacts that will enhance the operation of the Head Start/Early Head Start program. Organizes and prioritizes all assignments as directed. Participates in regular safety, storm, and fire drills. Uses and follows federal, state, and local regulations/laws, including the Head Start/Early Head Start Performance Standards, applicable transmittal notices, and other administrative orders/directions. Participates in ongoing monitoring, Community Assessment, and Self-Assessment and performs reasonable related functions. Uses and follows the policies/procedures of You Thrive Florida, including but not limited to Personnel Policies, Occupational Health and Safety policies, payroll policies/practices, etc. Ensures documentation standards in ChildPlus are met as required by the program. NON-ESSENTIAL/SECONDARY FUNCTIONS:
Performs any additional duties as directed or assigned by supervisor, management staff, program director, or You Thrive Florida management staff. This description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position. Qualifications
JOB STANDARDS:
Education:
Minimum of a High School Diploma and FDC Course; credential or certification in Social Work, Human Services, Family Services, counseling, or related field; Employee will obtain certification in First Aid/CPR. Within 90 days of employment, must begin at least one of the DCF Child Care training courses listed in S.402.305 (2) (d), Florida Statutes. Within eighteen (18) months of hire, will complete Head Start/Early Head Start required certification training hours. Employee must complete the Head Start/Early Head Start mandated 55 hours of Florida DCF Child Care Training as outlined in the Family Advocate Career Advancement Criteria. Employee will obtain certification in ERSEA within 1 year of hire date and will maintain annually thereafter. Experience:
No experience required if in possession of a Human Services or Social Work Associates degree or higher. Licenses & Certifications:
Valid Florida driver’s license and be insurable by the company’s current carrier. Subject to background checks for working with children. First Aid and CPR certified. CRITICAL SKILLS, ABILITIES, & EXPERTISE:
Physical Requirements:
Sitting, standing for long periods, use of fingers, arms, hands, legs, voice/talking, good eyesight (correctable), and hearing (correctable). Frequent squatting, walking, handling, grasping, stretching/reaching, bending, and light lifting (up to 15 lbs). Occasional pushing, pulling, kneeling, balancing, feeling, medium lifting (up to 30 lbs), and driving. Equipment:
Instructional materials, playground equipment, computer, multi-line phone, and other office equipment and vehicle. Skills & Expertise:
Ability to arrive to work daily and on time, work with limited direction, complete work accurately, communicate effectively, establish effective relationships, analyze data and needs, use a computer, work with children, maintain confidentiality, and pass competency exams. ENVIRONMENTAL JOB FACTORS:
Job Location:
Primary in Hernando, Sumter, and/or Volusia counties, with occasional travel. Location may change within the region with notice. Work Environment:
Office environment, working alone and with others, occasional outdoors, and driving.
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Job Location : Spring Hill Head Start - Spring Hill, FL Position Type : Full Time Education Level : 2 Year Degree Salary Range : $19.00 - $21.50 Hourly Description
POSITION SUMMARY : Responsible for the recruitment and enrollment of eligible families. Responsible for identifying the needs of families and their children in Head Start/Early Head Start and for providing comprehensive case management services to empower them to achieve and maintain self-sufficiency. Bilingual Preferred Schedule:
Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm Please apply online at
www.youthrivefl.org Only completed and signed applications will be considered. Full Time Position - Benefits Eligible:
Vacation, Sick, PTO, Employer paid health benefits, Non-Matching retirement, 14 company paid holidays, Pet Insurance, Basic $30,000 Life Insurance Policy, and Long-Term Disability (LTD). Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Recruits eligible children for the Head Start/Early Head Start program to meet enrollment requirements, including children with disabilities. Completes applications, parent interviews, and enrollment process. Schedules, facilitates, and documents Project Spotlight in accordance with procedures and ensures follow-up is complete. Provides case management to support families in identifying needs and goals, develops family partnership agreements, makes referrals as necessary, and provides follow-up. Collaborates with health services staff to ensure compliance with all child health requirements. Connects families with community resources to meet basic needs in times of crisis. Documents all aspects of the case management process in ChildPlus.net. May assist in scheduling initial home visits for the teaching team as required by the program and provides subsequent visits as deemed necessary. Prepares, maintains, and updates child/family files/records in accordance with policies and procedures. Supports families in coordinating, preparing, and actively participating in the Parent Family and Community Engagement Experiences. Is an active participant in all parent events. Collaborates with the Parent, Family and Community Engagement Committee and Family Services Coordinator to ensure parent/male engagement and parent activities occur at the center. Works collaboratively with center staff to promote and document family participation, and provide feedback to parents and staff regarding participation. Documents and provides follow-up on excessive absenteeism and attendance concerns as required by the program. Ensures compliance with the Rilya Wilson Act. Submits reports, documents, and files as directed. Meets monthly with the ERSEA Supervisor to discuss outcomes from reports. Maintains open and positive communication with families through ongoing contact and interaction. Greets parents at child arrival and departure times to the extent possible. Provides information about community events to families. Works in collaboration with the Community Outreach Coordinator by participating in community activities/events (occasionally on weekday evenings or weekends) that support families, enhance the Head Start/Early Head Start program, and increase community awareness of Head Start/Early Head Start. Acts as an advocate and role model for Head Start/Early Head Start families. Attends and actively participates in training programs, staff meetings, and other meetings/trainings. Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of client, staff, and agency information. Maintains effective working interactions with coworkers and outside contacts that will enhance the operation of the Head Start/Early Head Start program. Organizes and prioritizes all assignments as directed. Participates in regular safety, storm, and fire drills. Uses and follows federal, state, and local regulations/laws, including the Head Start/Early Head Start Performance Standards, applicable transmittal notices, and other administrative orders/directions. Participates in ongoing monitoring, Community Assessment, and Self-Assessment and performs reasonable related functions. Uses and follows the policies/procedures of You Thrive Florida, including but not limited to Personnel Policies, Occupational Health and Safety policies, payroll policies/practices, etc. Ensures documentation standards in ChildPlus are met as required by the program. NON-ESSENTIAL/SECONDARY FUNCTIONS:
Performs any additional duties as directed or assigned by supervisor, management staff, program director, or You Thrive Florida management staff. This description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position. Qualifications
JOB STANDARDS:
Education:
Minimum of a High School Diploma and FDC Course; credential or certification in Social Work, Human Services, Family Services, counseling, or related field; Employee will obtain certification in First Aid/CPR. Within 90 days of employment, must begin at least one of the DCF Child Care training courses listed in S.402.305 (2) (d), Florida Statutes. Within eighteen (18) months of hire, will complete Head Start/Early Head Start required certification training hours. Employee must complete the Head Start/Early Head Start mandated 55 hours of Florida DCF Child Care Training as outlined in the Family Advocate Career Advancement Criteria. Employee will obtain certification in ERSEA within 1 year of hire date and will maintain annually thereafter. Experience:
No experience required if in possession of a Human Services or Social Work Associates degree or higher. Licenses & Certifications:
Valid Florida driver’s license and be insurable by the company’s current carrier. Subject to background checks for working with children. First Aid and CPR certified. CRITICAL SKILLS, ABILITIES, & EXPERTISE:
Physical Requirements:
Sitting, standing for long periods, use of fingers, arms, hands, legs, voice/talking, good eyesight (correctable), and hearing (correctable). Frequent squatting, walking, handling, grasping, stretching/reaching, bending, and light lifting (up to 15 lbs). Occasional pushing, pulling, kneeling, balancing, feeling, medium lifting (up to 30 lbs), and driving. Equipment:
Instructional materials, playground equipment, computer, multi-line phone, and other office equipment and vehicle. Skills & Expertise:
Ability to arrive to work daily and on time, work with limited direction, complete work accurately, communicate effectively, establish effective relationships, analyze data and needs, use a computer, work with children, maintain confidentiality, and pass competency exams. ENVIRONMENTAL JOB FACTORS:
Job Location:
Primary in Hernando, Sumter, and/or Volusia counties, with occasional travel. Location may change within the region with notice. Work Environment:
Office environment, working alone and with others, occasional outdoors, and driving.
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