PFCE/ERSEA Manager Position Available In Jefferson, Alabama

PFCE/ERSEA

Manager 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars Birmingham, AL 35210 Overview This position is responsible for family and community engagement and services, including social services, ERSEA, child files, volunteers, parent engagement, and fatherhood, and is the lead for child abuse and neglect-related activities. This position will provide professional expertise and management oversight for ERSEA, Parent Involvement, Family Support, and Community Engagement, ensuring that the agency complies with all regulations applicable to the Head Start Program Performance Standards and other regulatory entities. Job Responsibilities As the lead and in consultation with the other managers/specialists/coordinators: Establishes policies and procedures for the social services portion of the program with parents and staff that support the effective implementation of these services. Develops a system for case management and referral for social services to Head Start/Early Head Start families in cooperation with other social services, health, and mental health agencies and providers through community partnership agreements. Develops and implements a plan and system of continuous monitoring and evaluation of activities within the program to assure that the family’s needs are being met (family outcomes). Sets up systems to direct services with families, including the Family Partnership Agreement process, case management process, and referral and follow-up activities. Ensures that staff understand and follow family-strengths/family-centered practice. Establishes relationships with community partners and identifies resources that can be made available to families. Initiates and tracks community partnership agreements. Establishes and monitors contracts for services (e.g., ABE/GED courses, food banks, clothing banks, child support enforcement, etc.). Works with the other managers/specialists/coordinators to develop a system utilizing a child tracking system for implementation of family partnership agreements and the tracking of referrals, individual contacts, home visits, and follow-ups (e.g., HSFIS, Child Plus, Child Tracks, File Tracks, etc.). Determines the collective training needs of the family services staff (case managers) and assists in developing professional development plans for all family services staff, coordinating a training schedule throughout the year. Responsible for 1302 ERSEA. Monitors the waiting list and assures the list is viable each month. Ensures that the program is at full enrollment within 30 days of the start of program services and that all vacancies are filled within 30 days throughout the year. Ensures that data is correct and entered into the monthly enrollment report. Coordinate recruitment activities in the community. Works with the MAP staff to develop selection criteria appropriate for enrolling the most at needy families and children, including the recruitment and enrollment of children with disabilities to meet Head Start requirements of 10%. Continuously improves recruitment and enrollment to reach program goals Establish and maintain relationships and collaboration with medical and dental communities and other community agencies and partners. Serves as the lead and key coordinator for the child abuse and neglect (CA/N) reporting system. Ensures that other staff are aware of and trained on child abuse and neglect identification and reporting laws. Responsible for updating and coordinating with the local child protective services agency to clarify a system for identifying and reporting suspected CA/N and to follow MAP Head Start protocols for training staff and parents on at least an annual basis. Acts proactively in forming partnerships and collaborating with community agencies to develop a “seamless” system of services for families. Attends community networks and other community organization meetings for the purpose of sharing information and establishing linkages. Attends home visits, parent conferences, and/or

IEP/IFSP

meetings when necessary or as requested. Oversees and updates all pertinent information in children’s files with the family services staff (case managers). (

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family information (family files) may be contained in the child file). Provides or arranges for training and technical assistance to staff and parents based upon pertinent issues/interests expressed in family profiles to include advocacy, family center approach, family literacy, self-sufficiency, child development, health, parenting skills, and other topics as identified. Attends all workshops and meetings as deemed necessary by the immediate supervisor. Knowledge/Skills/Experience and Other Requirements The minimum requirement is a Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably related to one or more of the disciplines they oversee. Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Human Services, Family Support disciplines, or related areas is preferred. One to three years of supervisory/management experience; five years is preferred. Two years’ experience in case management is preferred. Considerable knowledge of social service delivery, community resources, requirements, and procedures is required. May be required to lift up to 50 pounds. Some evenings and weekend work required for events such as home visits, parent-teacher conferences, Parent Committee meetings, Family Nights, socialization, and other Head Start/Early Head Start activities, including social and community activities.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to

Friday Work Location:

In person