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Family Service Worker- Decatur/Grady Head Start Climax, GA
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What they do
A Social or Human Services Specialist identifies and arranges community services for clients. Can involve coordination of services for people with disabilities or those in recovery. They may also coordinate housing or job training assistance for immigrants, veterans, former inmates or families in crisis and can be involved in advocating for client needs.
$48,693 / year median in Georgia
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Closing Date Accepting Applications Until Position is Filled Location Climax, GA Starting Salary $25,635- $37,587 plus benefits (11 month work schedule) 40 hours per week Responsibilities The Family Service Worker is a position that performs direct and indirect services to the children and families involved in the Head Start Program. This position includes performing the necessary duties required to implement the Head Start Program's Family and Community Engagement services, Health services, Additional services for Children with Disabilities, Transition services, and services to Enrolled Pregnant Women. The Family Service Worker is also responsible for ensuring that the Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment and Attendance (ERSEA) federal requirements are met at his/her local center. Duties also include, administrative, clerical and closely related support services and assisting the program's Head Start/Early Head Start Specialists. Requirements Associate degree in social services or related field and/or have within 18 months of hire, at a minimum, a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling or a related field. Bachelor degree preferred. To Apply Applications may be faxed to 229/616-3161 or mailed to Southwest Georgia Community Action Council, PO Box 3728, Moultrie, Georgia 31776. For additional information contact Ms. Hodgins, Personnel Specialist, at 229/985-3610 or 800/642-3384. EOE. Drug-free Workplace.