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Head Start Family Support Specialist

Keystone Human Services
Harrisburg, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/19/2024 CLOSED ON 8/2/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Start Family Support Specialist position at Keystone Human Services?

Capital Area Head Start is seeking a Family Support Specialist to join our mission of making a difference in the lives of children, empowering parents, and strengthening families.

The Family Support Specialist is responsible for providing direct services to families with multiple and complex needs. Services include education, home visits, goal development, access to community resources and attendance monitoring and support.

Head Start Family Support Specialist work 10 months out of the year and enjoy summers off while earning a minimum of $16.60 per hour. Schedules are based according to the school year and include 1477.5 work hours. Additional benefits include a competitive benefits package comprised of medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K, and more!

Capital Area Head Start values professional growth and wellbeing. Our team benefits from extensive training and learning opportunities, career development and advancement, tuition reimbursement per eligibility guidelines, and health and wellness programs.

Minimum Educational Requirements: (One of the following)

  • High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of experience working with at risk families
  • Associate’s degree in human services and 1 year of experience working with at risk families
  • Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field

Additional Minimum Requirements:

  • Valid credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling or related field or the ability to obtain one within 18 months of employment
  • Significant experience/knowledge regarding community resources including emergency assistance providers, understanding of community systems and programs and ability to navigate/access them with families
  • Intermediate computer skills, ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and learn web based systems
  • Valid driver’s license and access to properly insured vehicle, or public transportation
  • Successful completion of pre-employment process, including Criminal History, MVR, Child Abuse and FBI clearances
  • Experience in Head Start or Early Head Start is preferred

Keystone Human Services is committed to an inclusive workplace that does not discriminate against race, nationality, religion, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law. We believe in diversity and encourage any qualified individual to apply.

Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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