About this role
Position Title: Family Support Specialist Category: Classified; Bargaining Unit eligible; FLSA applies. Contract: Initial one year contract; contract days as determined by the Governing Board; other terms and conditions of employment as per the CBA, O.R.C., and/or Board Policy and Ohio Department of Health (ODH) Rules. Compensation: Salary, insurance coverage, and fringe benefits as per the current Board adopted policies and schedules, with placement for granted education, experience, and responsibility. Education/Degree: High school diploma. Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education and/or Social Service is preferred. Reports to: Home Visiting Supervisor Supervises: N/A Job Goal: To complete home visits with families, at their homes and other locations that are in the Home Visiting program following the Home Visiting Model used by the ESCEO. Qualifications: The following qualifications are considered as guidelines:
• Eligible for ODH Home Visitor credential. • Two years of experience working with children and/or families. • Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and software/programs. • Exceptional organizational and communication skills. • Alternatives to the above as approved by the Governing Board. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Adhere to all ODH Home Visiting program rules.
• Comply with ODH credentialing process and maintain credentials without lapse.
• Attend required training as identified by ESCEO and ODH Rules.
• Adhere to the ODH prescribed Home Visiting schedule.
• Conduct ODH prescribed home visits that are culturally sensitive and respectful to families. • Facilitate attainment of child/family goals as identified in the family plan and the transition of the child to a development-enhancing program by age three. • Assist with the recruitment and enrollment of children/families and collect and maintain current, accurate billing data and documentation including but not limited to, family plans, family goals, case contacts, screenings, and referrals.
• Enter all required data into ODH provided data system(s) in accordance with ODH regulations (3701-8-07). • Conduct developmental screening, parent and family assessment, and implement ESCEO Infant Toddler approved curriculum. • A minimum of two (2) completed home visits per work day as directed by your supervisor.
• Network with community service providers to ensure appropriate resources and referrals.
• Participate in community outreach services.
• Participate in staff meetings and supervision.
• Establish rapport to maintain positive working relationships with families and the community.
• Any other duties assigned by the Superintendent. REQUIRED ETHICAL AND PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES AND BEHAVIORS:
• Is regular and prompt in attendance.
• Seeks opportunities to improve skills and grow professionally.
• Prepares an annual professional development plan that links professional growth with ESCEO and other assigned goals.
• Attends and actively participates in all required/assigned training sessions, meetings, and other responsibilities.
• Provides quality service to both internal and external colleagues and customers.
• Seeks opportunities to participate as a productive member of the ESCEO and other committees and teams.
• Generates internal and external support for ESCEO services.
• Represents the ESCEO and its service schools with professionalism at all times.
• Demonstrates at all times integrity and ethical behavior.
• Responds quickly to directions for improvement from supervisors.
• Maintains confidentially in all job-related discussions and communications.
Other expectations and demonstrated skills and abilities:
• Possesses a valid Ohio driver's license and properly insured reliable transportation.
• Reads, analyzes, and interprets data and reports.
• Writes reports, correspondence, and other appropriate communique.
• Presents information and responds to questions effectively and efficiently.
• Prioritizes tasks, requirements, and expectations to perform to a standard of service excellence.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Exposure to the following situations may range from remote to frequent based on circumstances and factors that may not be predictable.
• Duties may require bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and standing. • Duties may require lifting, carrying, and moving work-related supplies/equipment, up to 50 pounds. • Duties may require operating and/or riding in a vehicle. • Duties may require traveling to meetings and work assignments. • Duties may require working in proximity to moving mechanical parts. • Duties may require using a computer keyboard and monitor. • Duties may require wearing protective clothing and using safety equipment. • Duties may require working extended hours. • Duties may require working under time constraints to meet deadlines. • Potential for exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions