Temporary Family Worker

Temporary Family Worker position at East Side House Settlement's Early Learn Mott Haven - Bronx, NY. Responsibilities include interviewing guardians, conducting home visits, maintaining children's records, and assisting parents with developing an active parent participation program. Associate's degree in social/human services field and two years of experience in community or social service field required.

Requirements

• Interview all guardians of students for registration, to identify social service needs of the children and their parents, and to make appropriate referrals of the family to community resources.
• Conduct home visits at least twice per year for assigned students.
• Maintain updated children’s records and child tracking systems.
• Develop and monitor Family Partnership Agreements that describe the family’s goals, strengths, responsibilities and timetables and strategies for achieving these goals.
• Escort parents to community agencies
• Translate for parents, as necessary.
• Making phone contacts and referrals to community agencies
• Function as a guide and advocate in helping to secure the social services needed for the family
• Assist parents with developing an active parent participation program.
• Ensures the safety and well-being of children/participants by being diligent in engagement, attentive to their needs, cognizance of surroundings, and capable of administering immediate assistance as needed.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Visa Sponsorship
• Four Day Work Week
• Generous Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Relocation Assistance