Action Pathways, Inc.
Family Social Worker
Action Pathways, Inc., Fayetteville, North Carolina, United States, 28305
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Action Pathways, Inc.
Family Social Worker – Head Start – Fayetteville, NC Closing Date:
Open until filled
Employment Type:
Full-time/Non-exempt
Starting Pay:
$40,177 Annually
Travel Required:
40%
Night & Weekend Hours:
Some may be required
Overview of Responsibilities
Recruit, enroll, and support low-income families for Head Start programs.
Conduct needs assessments, develop Family Partnership Agreements, and provide resource referrals.
Coordinate home and community visits, monitor attendance, and maintain accurate records.
Provide crisis intervention and facilitate referrals for families in crisis.
Engage in collaboration with families, educational staff, community partners, and leadership.
Essential Functions
Needs Assessment & Planning – identify strengths and develop individualized FPAs.
Community Resource Linkage – connect families to health, dental, and social services.
Family Engagement – build trusting relationships for active participation.
Home and Community Visits – provide support and assess progress.
Attendance Monitoring – support families in improving attendance.
Record-Keeping & Data Management – maintain confidential case notes and program data.
Crisis Intervention – immediate support and referrals for safety concerns.
Collaboration – maintain communication with families and partners.
Recruitment & Enrollment – identify and enroll eligible families.
Qualifications
Education:
Associate’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field (Bachelor’s preferred).
Experience:
1-2 years with low‑income children and families or equivalent education/experience.
Licenses & Certifications:
Valid driver’s license, first aid/CPR certification.
Skills:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Excel, strong communication, ability to work with diverse populations.
Languages:
Spanish a plus.
Background:
Criminal background check and ongoing CBC letter.
Conditions of Employment
Background checks, pre‑employment substance abuse and random testing.
Post‑offer physical examination.
Benefits
Zero-cost health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability.
Retirement plan with 5% employer matching.
Paid vacation, sick, personal leave.
13 paid holidays.
Paid professional development and education assistance.
Auto mileage reimbursement for official travel.
Employee discounts and recognition events.
How to Apply Applicants must apply online at www.actionpathways.ngo
Action Pathways, Inc. is an at-will employer. Either the employee or Action Pathways, Inc. may terminate the employment arrangement at any time, with or without cause.
Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The job description or announcement is not an employment agreement or contract.
All child care providers and household members who have incurred any pending charges, indictments or convictions (other than minor traffic offenses) since the last qualification letter was issued by the DHHS Criminal Background Check Unit must notify the operator of such charges within five business days or before returning to work, whichever comes first. The operator must notify the Criminal Background Check Unit within one business day of being notified. 10A NCAC 09 .2703. Any new charges or convictions could result in disqualification. In addition, if the individual has been placed on the Responsible Individual List (RIL), Child Maltreatment Registry (CMR), or the Sex Offender Registry (SOR), this will result in disqualification.
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Family Social Worker
role at
Action Pathways, Inc.
Family Social Worker – Head Start – Fayetteville, NC Closing Date:
Open until filled
Employment Type:
Full-time/Non-exempt
Starting Pay:
$40,177 Annually
Travel Required:
40%
Night & Weekend Hours:
Some may be required
Overview of Responsibilities
Recruit, enroll, and support low-income families for Head Start programs.
Conduct needs assessments, develop Family Partnership Agreements, and provide resource referrals.
Coordinate home and community visits, monitor attendance, and maintain accurate records.
Provide crisis intervention and facilitate referrals for families in crisis.
Engage in collaboration with families, educational staff, community partners, and leadership.
Essential Functions
Needs Assessment & Planning – identify strengths and develop individualized FPAs.
Community Resource Linkage – connect families to health, dental, and social services.
Family Engagement – build trusting relationships for active participation.
Home and Community Visits – provide support and assess progress.
Attendance Monitoring – support families in improving attendance.
Record-Keeping & Data Management – maintain confidential case notes and program data.
Crisis Intervention – immediate support and referrals for safety concerns.
Collaboration – maintain communication with families and partners.
Recruitment & Enrollment – identify and enroll eligible families.
Qualifications
Education:
Associate’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field (Bachelor’s preferred).
Experience:
1-2 years with low‑income children and families or equivalent education/experience.
Licenses & Certifications:
Valid driver’s license, first aid/CPR certification.
Skills:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Excel, strong communication, ability to work with diverse populations.
Languages:
Spanish a plus.
Background:
Criminal background check and ongoing CBC letter.
Conditions of Employment
Background checks, pre‑employment substance abuse and random testing.
Post‑offer physical examination.
Benefits
Zero-cost health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability.
Retirement plan with 5% employer matching.
Paid vacation, sick, personal leave.
13 paid holidays.
Paid professional development and education assistance.
Auto mileage reimbursement for official travel.
Employee discounts and recognition events.
How to Apply Applicants must apply online at www.actionpathways.ngo
Action Pathways, Inc. is an at-will employer. Either the employee or Action Pathways, Inc. may terminate the employment arrangement at any time, with or without cause.
Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The job description or announcement is not an employment agreement or contract.
All child care providers and household members who have incurred any pending charges, indictments or convictions (other than minor traffic offenses) since the last qualification letter was issued by the DHHS Criminal Background Check Unit must notify the operator of such charges within five business days or before returning to work, whichever comes first. The operator must notify the Criminal Background Check Unit within one business day of being notified. 10A NCAC 09 .2703. Any new charges or convictions could result in disqualification. In addition, if the individual has been placed on the Responsible Individual List (RIL), Child Maltreatment Registry (CMR), or the Sex Offender Registry (SOR), this will result in disqualification.
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