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Community Action Partnership for Madison County, Inc.
EHS Family Support Worker
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What they do
A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
$36,117 / year median in New York
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Position Title:
Early Head Start Family Support Worker Agency:
Community Action Partnership Classification:
Non-Exempt Agency:
Community Action Partnership for Madison County Inc. is a nonprofit human services agency that serves Madison, Herkimer, Oneida and Chenango counties. The agency has programs funded by New York State, federal, and Madison County grants. Some of the primary programs offered by the agency are Healthy Families, Early Head Start, WIC, Housing and Kinship.JOB SUMMARY
The Family Support Worker position exists to establish positive, supportive and reciprocal relationships with families and children. This is a full time position (37.5 hrs.), eligible for benefits. The position will be based in the Canastota office.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide home visiting services to 10-12 families.
- Provide and participate in hands-on activities that focus on promoting positive parent-child interaction and school readiness.
- Provide appropriate health, mental health, nutrition and disability information to families.
- Assist families in goal setting and make appropriate referrals for the family to achieve their goals.
- Arrange visits at times convenient to participants, including evenings.
- Participate in and/or coordinate playgroups for EHS families at least twice monthly.
- Keep home visit records/files
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation as required by the program
- Plan and implement visits following Head Start Program Performance Standards and CAP policies and procedures
- Prepare for home visits by organizing approved program curriculum, individualized resources and supplies, and required paperwork as needed.
Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Home Visitor CDA or Associates or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood, or related field preferred.
- Two years' experience working with families and/or children.
- Must have valid driver's license evidencing safe driving history and a reliable vehicle.
- Must be able to pass an acceptable background check.