Family Support Generalist
Company: United Counseling Services
Location: Bennington
Posted on: May 4, 2024
Job Description:
Description:Monday - Friday 40 hrs/weekHourly Pay Range $20.87 -
$23.48 Why Join United Counseling ServiceFor over 65 years, UCS has
been providing exceptional and thoughtful care to individuals and
families in our community through programs, services, and
educational opportunities. Our staff includes positions such as
administration, clinicians, nurses, teachers, case managers,
psychiatrists, and direct support providers who work within our 15
facilities to support over 3,000 individuals annually. We are proud
to be part of Vermont Care Partners, a network of sixteen agencies
that provide mental health, substance use disorder, and
developmental-disability services and supports in every county in
Vermont. We are looking for team players to join us in making a
difference in the lives of others and building a stronger
community.
- Career development opportunities
- Generous Benefits
- Health, Dental and Vison Insurance
- Retirement Plan with employer match
- Paid Vacation and Sick leave
- Competitive Pay
- Award winning worksite wellness program
- An inclusive workplace supported by an active Equity and
Inclusion committee
- Employee Assistance Program
- Rewarding experience making a difference in the community
- Smart casual dress code
- Flexible working options may be availableQualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in field related to social, human, or family
services required. One year of continuous experience in a human
service agency preferred.
- Valid Driver's LicenseWe believe a dynamic and inclusive
workforce will strengthen our organization and enhance the services
we provide. Therefore, it is our goal to hire a diverse workforce
and cultivate a culture where our employees feel accepted and
included, hold a valued place within our organization and are
equally able to contribute to their fullest extent, assisting in
fulfilling our mission of building a stronger
community.Requirements:The Family Support Generalist's
responsibilities include recruiting families for the Head Start
program; evaluating, addressing, and following through on the
social service needs of each child and family; serving as a link
between families and the Head Start program; establishing and
maintaining parent committees and carrying out the policies and
procedures of the Family Services content area. Using culturally
and linguistically sensitive, strengths-based, and family-centered
approaches, the Family Support Generalist will ensure that all
family service / family development activities are consistent with
Head Start Program Performance Standards. The Family Support
Generalist will work collaboratively as part of the Family Services
team to support the family service and administrative needs of the
program.RECRUITMENT AND INTAKE: Assists with the implementation of
the program's recruitment plan, including but not limited to,
attending community events, distributing fliers and brochures,
meeting with income-eligible families and collaborating with
community agencies that serve eligible populations. Begins to
develop a relationship with families. Participates in the
registration process; follows-up on incomplete documentation.
Supports transition processes for children and families entering
into Early Head Start/Head Start, transitioning between Early Head
Start and Head Start and transitioning out of the program to
Kindergarten or another child care center.FAMILY SERVICE: Assists
families in jointly assessing their own needs and situation so that
every family has a Partnership Agreement. Updates files on a
regular basis. Locates appropriate resources to address the
family's needs through referrals or direct Head Start and Early
Head Start services, i.e., handouts, parenting programs, home
visits, phone and video conferences, etc. Assists in crisis
situations through referrals or direct Head Start/Early Head Start
services, i.e., assists with transportation of a child home due to
an emergent situation, connects families with Case Management
Specialists, makes timely referrals, etc. In a prudent and positive
way, represents the best interests of Head Start families to the
community and other community agencies, especially if the family
has problems receiving benefits from local resources. Provides
family orientation to Head Start/Early Head Start. Uses referrals
to assist families in reaching goals by preparing the family for
the referral, assisting the family in accessing the resource when
necessary and practicable by following up on the referral with
family and agency (with the consent of the family). Supports
families in becoming advocates for themselves and their children.
Provides Head Start families with information via phone calls, home
visits, digital communication tools, parent education programs,
notes, etc. regarding community resources, classroom activities,
Head Start regulations and/or procedures in all content areas,
parent activities including parent meetings.Follows-up on irregular
attendance of any child who has been absent two (2) unexcused,
consecutive days. Informs appropriate staff of attendance problems
in a timely manner. Provides assistance to the family in overcoming
obstacles that lead to attendance problems, including working with
the family to develop attendance plans. When a chronic or
unresolved attendance problem occurs, the situation is referred to
case management. Works collaboratively with health staff to gather
health screenings documentation, implement health screenings as
needed, ensure appropriate follow up, achieve positive health
outcomes for children, and implement health education programming
with families. Assists families in obtaining and maintaining
childcare financial assistance when eligible. Assists families to
connect as individuals with established community groups and
organizations with which they can maintain contact after their
relationship with Head Start terminates. Works with families to set
and achieve goals in alignment with the Parent Family Community
Engagement Framework. Attends training programs and other on-going
educational programs related to the position. May involve evening
and/or overnight trainings.FAMILY ENGAGEMENT: Assists in the
implementation and coordination of workshops and trainings for
parents based on parents' interests and goals identified through
the Family Partnership Agreement. Offers and implements
evidence-based parenting curriculum. Encourages parent engagement
in the program through appropriate means and in an ongoing manner,
especially during home visits. Directs and encourages parents to
access appropriate community services based on individual needs of
families in the component areas of health, social services, and
education. Acts as an advocate for children and families enrolled
and as a liaison between families and community agencies.
Facilitates parent meetings and coordinates child care for
workshops and trainings.Supports families to be engaged in their
child's health and education outcomes, following up on unmet health
needs, assisting families with accessing opportunities to
participate in their children's health and education. Develops and
facilitates parent committees and provides on-going training and
role modeling to the leadership of those committees. Actively
recruits parents to serve on Head Start Policy Council. Complies
with and supports others in meeting all Mandated Reporter
requirements. TRANSPORTATION: When necessary, provides
transportation to Head Start activities or appointments
contributing to positive health outcomes for the child. When
necessary, provides transportation of child to their home due to an
emergent situation. Provides self transportation to and from
program facilities, home visits and other agency activities.PROGRAM
SUPPORT: Participates in strategic planning, program
self-assessment, policy decisions and other efforts to improve
program service. Understands and implements agreed upon policies
concerning the role, function, duties, and responsibilities of the
Family Partnership content area. Keeps the Family/Community
Partnership Administrator informed about on-going program
activities and problems. Makes recommendations for changes in
policies and procedures. Shares relevant information about the
child/family. Works with families to facilitate the adjustment of
children to the classroom. Works in the classroom when needed.
Interprets to the families the meaning of the child's experiences
in the program. Maintains cooperative relationships with agencies
and community partners.DOCUMENTATION AND RECORD KEEPING: Maintains
records for each family enrolled as required by federal and state
regulations. Keeps record of every contact with parents of each
child. Documents monthly meetings with education staff in child's
electronic record. Assess, document, evaluate, and track family
service outcomes. Utilize data to develop meaningful
programming.Document and track referrals, demographic information
and other data as required for Program Information
Reporting.HEALTH: In collaboration with Health Administrator,
directs and encourages families to complete necessary health
screenings, follow-ups and any other medical needs that are
required through Head Start regulations in a timely manner.
Maintains regular contact with health staff to discuss and help
problem solve around family health issues. Organizes and implements
parent/child nutrition and health programs within the centers and
in homes. Compensation details: 20.87-23.48 Hourly
WagePId64b82c90c77-25448-34347238
Keywords: United Counseling Services, New England , Family Support Generalist, Other , Bennington, Northeast
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