What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Head Start Parent Educator position at Madison County Department of Family and Children?
Family Services Coordinator Duties:
· Maintain and positively model the standards of Service Coordination and High Fidelity Wraparound.
· Provide Direct Services through the following activities:
o Schedule and coordinate meetings with families and assess their current strengths and needs.
o Assess youth using the Child and Adolescent Needs Summary (CANS).
o Develop a Plan of Care, inclusive of identified needs and goals.
o Assist the family in identifying appropriate team members from service providers/family members/ and community supports for their unique Child and Family Team.
o Refer and link to necessary community services.
o Lead ongoing service coordination team meetings on a regular basis.
o Maintain case records, consistent documentation, monitor family progress to goals, and modifies plans as needed.
· Assist in developing MSY funding requests, when appropriate, for youth who qualify for Multi-System Youth funding.
· Maintain time and activity logs specific to various funding sources which support this position.
· Assist in serving as “Gatekeeper” for youth you need emergency respite authorizations.
· Maintain accountability by completing required programmatic documentation, fiscal documentation and all reports in compliance with stipulated deadlines.
· Communicate effectively with supervisor to promote success and coordinate services with community agencies around crisis intervention.
· Prepare reports and monthly summaries.
· Attend Court sessions if required.
· Attend and participate in departmental meetings, staff development and other appropriate agency functions.
· Attend training and seminars as required and perform other duties as assigned
Necessary Skills Knowledge And Abilities
- Superior problem-solving skills and ability to use sound judgement.
- Ability to build consensus and facilitate collaboration, as well as the ability to build and sustain productive relationships with diverse individuals, groups, organizations, and communities.
- Knowledge of local social service systems and community resources.
- Demonstrate leadership skills; willingness to take the lead and show initiative.
- Demonstrate experience/ability to facilitate Child and Family Team meetings and develop Plans of Care.
- Professional demeanor and excellent communication skills.
- Excellent time management and interpersonal skills to coordinate work load and demonstrate dependability in meeting deadlines and coordinating tasks.
- Must be able to use technology including computers, projectors, and software.
- Skilled in writing, editing, and proofreading.
- Must be able to perform duties requiring mental and physical aptitude.
- Willingness and ability to complete trainings to earn a required certification to administer the Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS) Assessment and to provide High Fidelity Wraparound.
Qualifications:
-Minimum of Associates degree in related field of study.
-Pass BCI and Children Services Background check and required Drug Screening.
-Employment and Community References.
-Valid Driver’s License, reliable transportation and proof of vehicle insurance
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $37,336.00 - $39,062.40 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- London, OH 43140: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $37,336 - $39,062