FAMILY WORKER

The North Ward Center - 3.9 Newark, NJ Job Details Full-time $31,200 - $36,874 a year 8 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications High school diploma or

GED Full Job Description Description:

Job description: Job Description Family Worker The Family Worker is responsible for coordinating services for children and families in compliance with standards set by the school district. A primary responsibility of the Family Worker is to connect the parents and the community with the Early Childhood Program. Responsibilities of the Family Worker include: Establish healthy, positive relationships with parents and children, and serve as a liaison between the Early Childhood Program and the home Be knowledgeable of community resources and be able to help families make linkages to needed social services. Work with program staff on developing programs that promote healthy child development and increase parental involvement. Attend all scheduled training required for the position. Attend scheduled individual and group supervision with a social worker from the designated agency. Provide case management services to families served by the program. Ensure that parents follow up on health service referrals, and identify health resources for families. Maintain contact with parents to ensure student attendance is regular. Fully participate in all outreach and recruitment processes, which systematically ensures enrollment of all eligible children. Provide or ensure linkage with emergency assistance and crisis intervention. Work cooperatively with community-based social service agencies to assist families in their own efforts to improve the conditions and quality of family life and ensure access to social services. Ensure confidentiality of all children and families is respected and upheld. Maintain organized records and complete paperwork in a timely fashion.

Job Type :

Full-time Pay:

$31,200.00 - $36,874.00 per year

Benefits :

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule :

8-hour shift Day shift 930am-530pm Monday to

Friday Requirements:

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Office:

1 year (Preferred)

Language:

English/Spanish (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) 930-530pm

Work Location:

In person