Early Head Start Family Development Specialist

Work Hours

This position is 37 hours per week. Generally Monday through Friday, Day Shift.

Job Summary

Reports to Early Head Start Coordinator. Responsible for implementing the Early Head Start program in compliance with all rules, regulations and performance standards. This is a Home Visiting position working with pregnant woman, children birth to 3 years of age. Demonstrated ability to work independently. Must have valid drivers license and automobile available for work. Eligible for mileage reimbursement. Working with families in the Wyoming County, NY area.

Benefits

· Choice of 6 medical plans with 4 coverage options

· Tuition assistance and possible student loan forgiveness

· Assistance and financial support for obtaining credentials

· Generous leave time, including sick and personal paid time off (vacation for 12-month staff)

· 13 paid holidays per year

· Opportunity to contribute to a 403-b retirement plan with a 3% employer match

· Family-friendly schedule- we generally follow the school district calendar with paid breaks in November, December, February, and April

· Professional Development and Training provided

· One-on-one training for individualized growth

Qualifications

Minimum of a home-based CDA credential or comparable credential, or equivalent coursework as part of an associate’s degree; and a minimum of a credential or ertification in social work, human services, family services, counseling or related field.

One year of relevant work experience and background in early childhood preferred

Job Description

· If needing to obtain CDA, must be done within one year of hire.

· Responsible for outreach and recruitment of families for Early Head Start. Implement comprehensive child development program while embracing the role of the parent as the primary educator of the child, and promote and support attachment between parent and child.

· Responsible for implementing all Early Head Start program areas pursuant to agency wide plan for each child and family; provide weekly home visits of at least 1.5 hours for 12 children.

· Maintain accurate records of services rendered including, but not limited to, weekly home visit plans and evaluations, volunteer records, social service reports, family needs assessments and development assessments.

· Observe children in an ongoing manner, documenting those observations. Communicate any concerns immediately to the Director of Program Operations/Early Head Start Director for advice, counsel and any direction(s).

How to apply?

Send cover letter and resume to:

Mail: Roberta Shipley-Yax, Associate Director

101 S. 19th St.

Olean, NY 14760

Email: [email protected]

Fax: 716-373-5192

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.74 - $20.74 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: On the road