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FAMILY WORKER Full Time Family Worker Brooklyn, NY, US
30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1709
Salary: $32,258.00 Annually
Job Title: Family Worker
Job Classification (FLSA):Non-Exempt
Working Hours: 37.5 hours/week
The Brooklyn Kindergarten Society (BKS) is the original “born in Brooklyn.” We were founded in 1891, and for 130 years, BKS has helped provide high-quality early childhood education to working families. BKS has grown up with the borough and continues to be a leader in equitable access to early childhood education. We provide full day, year-round academic experiences and care for children ages 2-5 years old. Our curriculum is play based and marries together reading, writing, movement and music, with STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) learning. Our goal is to ensure that Brooklyn’s youngest learners have an equitable first educational step.
The Family Worker provides a variety of services to students, parents, and staff. A particular emphasis is placed on developing social skills, conflict resolution skills, and strategies for dealing with a myriad of challenges and opportunities.
SCOPE OF INFLUENCE
Direct service to the children and families of our centers
Work closely with our community partners to strengthen services provide to our families and the communities where we are located.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES Family and Community Engagement
Complete BKS intake packet and Family Partnership Agreement during intake phase, and support families to meet goals established in the agreement
Utilize information from Family Partnership Agreement to assist families with setting appropriate goals
Work with the families to assure that referrals meet their needs and identify alternative resources as needed
Participate in child case conferences with provider agencies, and parent teacher conferences where required
Intervenes and contacts parents when there are problems with attendance
Assist with recruiting and enrollment of children in the program
Work collaboratively with community resources and provide family with support services and referrals.
Conduct a minimum of two home visits per year, per child, with additional visits as needed
Data Entry and Programming
Maintain information in the Child Plus system and binder for family
Maintain confidentiality of family records and information (i.e. medical, mental health etc...)
Attend Delegate Agency Site Policy Committee meetings and assist with planning, organizing, and maintain records of their meetings
Coordinate monthly workshops based on center needs
Acts as a liaison between BKS and the community, establishing and maintaining relationships with various community members and organizations. Develops and maintains contacts with community social service, health, and mental health agencies.
Other
Attend and participate in program staff meetings, as well as related agency training as appropriate.
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, in Social Work, Human Services, Family Services, Counseling or related field
Bilingual strongly preferred
Candidates must demonstrate English language proficiency and basic typing skill.
Experience with students with developmental disabilities, school systems, community resources and entitlements preferred.
Must possess strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Must be able to work flexible hours
Must be able to establish working relationships with participants in need of supportive services
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FAMILY WORKER Full Time Family Worker Brooklyn, NY, US
30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1709
Salary: $32,258.00 Annually
Job Title: Family Worker
Job Classification (FLSA):Non-Exempt
Working Hours: 37.5 hours/week
The Brooklyn Kindergarten Society (BKS) is the original “born in Brooklyn.” We were founded in 1891, and for 130 years, BKS has helped provide high-quality early childhood education to working families. BKS has grown up with the borough and continues to be a leader in equitable access to early childhood education. We provide full day, year-round academic experiences and care for children ages 2-5 years old. Our curriculum is play based and marries together reading, writing, movement and music, with STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) learning. Our goal is to ensure that Brooklyn’s youngest learners have an equitable first educational step.
The Family Worker provides a variety of services to students, parents, and staff. A particular emphasis is placed on developing social skills, conflict resolution skills, and strategies for dealing with a myriad of challenges and opportunities.
SCOPE OF INFLUENCE
Direct service to the children and families of our centers
Work closely with our community partners to strengthen services provide to our families and the communities where we are located.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES Family and Community Engagement
Complete BKS intake packet and Family Partnership Agreement during intake phase, and support families to meet goals established in the agreement
Utilize information from Family Partnership Agreement to assist families with setting appropriate goals
Work with the families to assure that referrals meet their needs and identify alternative resources as needed
Participate in child case conferences with provider agencies, and parent teacher conferences where required
Intervenes and contacts parents when there are problems with attendance
Assist with recruiting and enrollment of children in the program
Work collaboratively with community resources and provide family with support services and referrals.
Conduct a minimum of two home visits per year, per child, with additional visits as needed
Data Entry and Programming
Maintain information in the Child Plus system and binder for family
Maintain confidentiality of family records and information (i.e. medical, mental health etc...)
Attend Delegate Agency Site Policy Committee meetings and assist with planning, organizing, and maintain records of their meetings
Coordinate monthly workshops based on center needs
Acts as a liaison between BKS and the community, establishing and maintaining relationships with various community members and organizations. Develops and maintains contacts with community social service, health, and mental health agencies.
Other
Attend and participate in program staff meetings, as well as related agency training as appropriate.
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, in Social Work, Human Services, Family Services, Counseling or related field
Bilingual strongly preferred
Candidates must demonstrate English language proficiency and basic typing skill.
Experience with students with developmental disabilities, school systems, community resources and entitlements preferred.
Must possess strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Must be able to work flexible hours
Must be able to establish working relationships with participants in need of supportive services
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