Family & Disabilities Support Staff - Bennington, VT, United States - United Counseling Services

United Counseling Services Bennington, VT, United States

1 week ago

Description

Monday - Friday 40 hrs/week
Hourly Pay Range $20.Why Join United Counseling Service

For 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.

Health, Dental and Vison Insurance
Retirement Plan with employer match
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 available
Bachelor's degree in field related to social, human, or family services required.

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; 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.

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.

Participates in the registration process; 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. handouts, parenting programs, home visits, phone and video conferences, etc.

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.

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.

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.

Assists in the implementation and coordination of workshops and trainings for parents based on parents' interests and goals identified through the Family Partnership Agreement.

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. 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.
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. Interprets to the families the meaning of the child's experiences in the program. Maintains cooperative relationships with agencies and community partners.
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.

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.
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