EHS Family Services Coordinator - Pediatrics

Under the general direction of the assigned program
manager, this Early Head Start Program Family Services Coordinator is assigned
to a service area in the Head Start Program. This position interprets and
applies program policies, procedures, and regulations. Uses skills to
coordinate and perform a full range of duties including, reviewing, evaluating,
and interpreting the child records, keeping parents informed of their child's
status and needed follow-up. Provides staff support and professional development
training. Assessments will include clearly articulated goals informed by the
program's goals, and a process for achieving the identified goals.

This is a limited position that may convert to career.

Annual Salary Range: $56,200 - $106,200

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in child development, Early Childhood
  Education, Human Development, Family Consumer Science, Sociology, Psychology,
  Social Sciences, Social Work, or related field, or equivalent working
  experience
• 2 years of experience in a public or private organization,
  or community development agency providing direct delivery of services to
  clients.
• 2 years' experience working directly with 0-5 children in a
  teaching position, families, and staff in an early care and education setting.
• Required to hold valid California driver's license, have a
  driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures
• CPR, Basic First Aid Certificate (or must obtain within 6 months)
• Family Developmental Credential (or must obtain within 18 months)
• Understanding and use of the principles and practices of
  the ECE field, including reflective practice, dual language learning, and
  Practice-Based Coaching
• Per funding agency requirements, all Early Head Start staff
  must complete background checks prior to hire and at least every five years
  that includes, sex offender registry check, State or FBI criminal history
  check, including fingerprint check, child abuse registry check
• Must meet state health requirements that include passing a
  physical examination as condition of employment, providing verification of
  COVID-19 vaccine, TB Clearance, and up to date with immunization.
• Ability to communicate effectively with families, Early
  Head Start staff, community resource agencies, consultants and volunteers to
  support families in locating and accessing appropriate community services as
  needed.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; including Excel. Must
  be able to type at least 30 words per minute.
• Communicate effectively with staff and develop positive
  work relationships. Works collaboratively as a team player with her/his staff,
  clients (children and parents) and other professionals in the program/agency.
• Ability to conduct onsite staff and/ or parent training
  when needed.
• Ability to provide education, training opportunities, and
  promote positive relationship building for all enrolled pregnant women,
  families and their infants and toddlers.
• Fluency and proficiency in English, Excellent written and
  oral communication skills, detail oriented. Bilingual in English and Spanish is
  preferred
• Sound organizational and time management skills to manage
  high and varied activity levels. Ability to organize and prioritize

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to carry children, up to 40 pounds, during each
  workday when necessary.
• Ability to engage in frequent bending, reaching, twisting
  and engage in moderate to frequent kneeling, crawling, and stooping while
  observing, or performing classroom activities.
• Ability to engage in frequent writing, typing on keyboards,
  and handling small objects (e.g. arts and crafts for children).
• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time that
  may exceed an hour at a time. This includes sitting on the floor for extended
  periods (e.g. while engaging in child development activities during home
  visits, classroom, and socialization sessions).

Preferred:

• Master's degree in child development or related area
• Child Development Permit / Certification
• Knowledge of the following Professional Development
  Pathways tools: California Infant & Toddlers and Preschool Learning
  Foundations and Frameworks (Pre-K or Infant/Toddler as appropriate), Ages and
  Stages Questionnaire.
• Knowledge in adult learning principles