Bachelor’s degree in Social Science or Early Childhood plus three (3) year experience working in social services or early care and education program and/or any combination of education and experience equal to 9 years.

Ability to work well with diverse people in a range of settings.

Strong working knowledge of the goals of Head Start, Head Start Program Performance Standards, research-based parent/family trainings, and community resources.

English/Spanish bilingual biliteracy.

FAMILY ENGAGEMENT MANAGER:

Responsible for planning, coordinating, and evaluating all parent and family engagement services for enrolled Head Start/Early Head Start children and their families.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Social Science or Early Childhood plus three (3) year experience working in social services or early care and education program and/or any combination of education and experience equal to 9 years.

Ability to work well with diverse people in a range of settings.

Strong working knowledge of the goals of Head Start, Head Start Program Performance Standards, research-based parent/family trainings, and community resources.

English/Spanish bilingual biliteracy.

JOB CHARACTERISTICS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This position is exempt from overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act. This is a professional position which requires strong organizational and communication skills, as well as judgment, tact, and diplomacy in contacts with Head Start employees, community residents, parents, and local government agencies. Strict adherence is required to all regulations concerning confidentiality.

Good general health and ability to lift and carry 55 lbs are essential. Fingerprint process, driving history, TB Skin Test and Physical may be required every five years. Frequent travel is required by employee and proof of satisfactory and current car insurance is required. Frequent evening and weekend work is required.

Youth Development, Inc. is an at-will employer. Employment is by mutual consent of the company and employee, and either may terminate the relationship at any time with or without cause or advance notice. This job is contingent upon funding; however, availability of funding is not a guarantee of continued employment, nor does it imply any specific term of employment.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (Not Inclusive):

• Collaborate with Head Start/Early Head Start staff and parent/caregivers to implement the YDI Head Start Family and Community Partnership Plans.
• Coordinate cross-training opportunities for YDI Head Start/Early head Start services that are designed to support family self-sufficiency.
• Work with YDI Head Start/Early Head Start Specialists and other staff to ensure YDI services are designed and delivered to address the needs of all enrolled families.
• Work with specialists and other support staff to develop program plan.
• Collaborate with other staff members to plan, implement, and evaluate family services.
• Collaborate to plan, deliver, or attend events and/or meetings.
• Generate Monthly Reports that inform stakeholders on status of Parent, family Community Engagement services.
• Monitor family services to ensure compliance.
• Facilitate CDA and other trainings (e.g., Abriendo Puertas/Open Doors).
• Deliver new employee orientation.
• Carry out other duties assigned.