QUALIFICATIONS: Associate's degree in Social Work, Human Services or other related field, or similar formal training. At least one year of experience in social work, human services or in a community family service organization - particularly working with low-income families and demonstrating knowledge of agencies and services available to address the needs of families in Onondaga County. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide family development services to Head Start participants.
• Establish and maintain successful working relationships and partnerships with community resources; increase family awareness of community resources and facilitate their use.
• Work in conjunction with program staff to plan and implement parent meetings and other parent activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation of interactions and contacts with individual families and maintain case notes.
• Participate in training and in-service sessions to further knowledge and experiences as they relate to the Head Start Performance Standards.
• Maintain confidentiality of all family and child records and all other matters relating to families.
• Perform all other duties as they relate to the comprehensive team approach of the Head Start philosophy.
• Report incidences of child abuse and neglect as a mandated reporter.

CLEARANCE/CREDENTIALING: All mandatory pre-employment screenings required by the program's regulatory and funding bodies. Valid driver's license.

REQUIRED SKILLS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, with our without reasonable accommodation. Ability to work in a team environment. Solid interpersonal and communications skills with adults and young children. Ability to work effectively and build rapport with a diverse caseload of clients. Working knowledge of common software tools.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position with our without reasonable accommodation. Physical Demands: Able to reach with hands and arms; able to see, speak and hear; able to lift, push and pull. Work Environment: Typical classroom and office setting with travel into the field as needed. Must be able to handle the stresses of competing, often simultaneous demands.

SCHEDULE: 20 hours/week, with paid leave for all school district holidays and breaks during the school year, plus additional paid leave.  47 weeks/year, 5-week temporary unpaid layoff each summer with eligibility for up to 4 weeks of unemployment benefits.

LOCATION:  215 Bassett Street, Syracuse

STARTING PAY RANGE: $19.22 to $21.52 per hour, depending on level of education and experience

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PEACE, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.