FAMILY ENGAGEMENT SPECIALIST - Luzerne County Head Start

FAMILY ENGAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Qualifications

  • BS Degree in Human Services or Related Field
  • Three (3) Years Supervisory/Administrative Experience
  • Experience in providing services to children and families
  • Bilingual Language abilities a plus – English/Spanish
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Exceptional communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
  • High degree of professionalism

Responsibilities/Duties

As a member of the Head Start Family Engagement Services Team, oversee Family Engagement and Social Services area for Head Start in accordance with the National Head Start Performance Standards. Develop and implement policies and procedures concerning the role, function, duties and responsibilities of service area staff and in the provision of family support services to Head Start families. Responsible for providing training and technical assistance, resources and monitoring of service area staff to ensure that Head Start Performance Standards are met in the provision of services to families.

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus

Terms of Employment

Conditions of Employment 
Luzerne County Head Start, Inc. requires staff to possess current, valid Background Clearances (3) per state/federal regulations. Position will require record check approval of driving record by LCHS Insurance Provider, as this position is considered a designated position requiring driving as an essential job function. Proof of Degree/Certification and Experience Required to meet the Qualifications for position.

Hours & Salary *SEE Head Start Center locations at /https://lcheadstart.org/locations/
Full Time, 12-months/Full Year, 37.5 hrs/wk
Salary: $45,394; Position is considered “Exempt/Salaried” per Fair Labor Standards Act and is exempt from overtime pay
Bilingual Adjustment in pay of 5% for English/Spanish language abilities

Fringe Benefits Package
STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS
Eligibility for Public Student Loan Forgiveness – SEE this valuable LINK on PSLF Program
HEALTH INSURANCE
Two health plan options allow you to choose the coverage that works best for you and your family. Fully benefits-eligible employees can cover themselves, eligible dependents. The plans all offer preventive care as well as low-cost options for prescription drugs; coverage begins after 60 days; Health Reimbursement Account with LCHS paying 1/2 of plan Deductible; Cash Out Option Available with proof of other coverage. Low Employee co-payment toward premium.
RETIREMENT PLAN – LCHS 401(k) with 7% agency contribution
with a voluntary pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax investment option
PAID Life Insurance
(1x annual salary)
PAID Long Term Disability Insurance
PAID Sick Time
Accrues up to 65 working days
PAID Personal Time
1 day/year
PAID Vacation Time
2 weeks Year 1; 3 weeks Years 2-4; 4 weeks at Year 5
PAID Holidays immediately,
including extended break between Christmas-New Year
PAID Education/Tuition Assistance
at $322/credit, up to $5,250/year
PAID Training Opportunities

Employee Assistance Program – Clinical, outreach and prevention/education services available
Flexible Benefits
– Pre-Tax Medical/ Dependent Care Spending
and much more!

Our employees…
…receive attractive salaries and unique career opportunities;
…do meaningful work that is constantly changing and evolving;
…enjoy successful careers without sacrificing their personal lives; and
…work in an environment of professional respect.

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