Job Information
Community Council of Idaho FAMILY SERVICES ADVOCATE (Migrant Seasonal Head Start) - Aberdeen in Aberdeen, Idaho
This job was posted by https://idahoworks.gov : For more information, please see: https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2238579
Status: Non-Exempt / Hourly Reports to: Center Coordinator
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (This is not an exhaustive list of all duties/responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned)
- Provide direct health and social services to children & families by:
- Following established program area timelines
- Conducting enrollment procedures and identifying and addressing immediate needs
- Gathering child health and development information and conducting screenings under state, federal and other applicable regulations
- Establishing trusting relationships
- Conducting home visits
- Communicating effectively and assessing individual family strengths and needs to assist families in setting and achieving goals
- Promote, organize, and facilitate educative trainings and meetings following MSHS parent curriculum, Center Health Service Advisory Committee (HSAC), center parent meetings, and UCLA Health Literacy Program for parents
- Collaboratively develop service plans under guidelines of
- CC Idahos FAM
- Monitor individual case requirements, compile data, referrals, and follow-ups to regularly discuss the status with Center Management Team during Family Advocacy Meetings (FAM) or as needed
- Knowledge of recruitment procedures, and techniques
- Establish & maintain working relationships w/community partners to facilitate advocacy and referrals for needed health, nutrition, and social services for enrolled families
- Stay current on community, state and agency resources and services available to clients
- Attend and participate at local network group committees to represent MSHS program in health, dental and nutrition needs of migrant farm workers
- Develop, prepare, and maintain family records, documents, files, reports, databases,
- Work a variety of hours and be able to travel for work and training purposes
- Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and remain calm and professional under pressure
- Ability to perform basic mathematical functions and keep track of assigned local budgets
- Maintain standards of confidentiality of CC Idaho clients and records
- Perform all work duties and activities in compliance with
- CC Idaho, state, federal and Head Start Performance standards and regulations
(If applicable): Perform all work duties and activities in compliance with Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership (EHS-CCP) partner site policies, procedures, and safety practices
Qualifications
Required
- High School Diploma or GED
- Ability to read, speak, and write in both English/Spanish in a business setting
- Must obtain a Family Development Credential within 18 months of hire
- Two or more years in community-based services or related experience
- Current driver\'s license and proof of auto insurance
- Must pass physical examination and background checks, including state day care clearance
- Must obtain clearance of Tuberculosis
- Must obtain First Aid and CPR certification
Preferred
- Associate degree in early childhood education, social services, business administration or related field
Required Physical Demands
- Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl; to reach with hands and arms; to climb or balance; and smell
- Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Work Environment
Work in an office or classroom setting; may be exposed to electrical shock and fumes or airborne particles; the work may be stressful; the noise level is moderate to elevated
BENEFITS:
Yes! We offer benefits for our Seasonal Staff. Whats in it fo you.
Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
- Low deductibles
- Low employee premiums
Group Life Insurance
Roth & Traditional 401K
- Available after 1 yr. of employment
- Employer match up to 4.5%
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
AFLAC
Legal Shield
Benefit Continuation (COBRA)
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