Family Service Assistant - Head Start

The Family Services Assistant works in partnership with the Family Services team to establish, implement and monitor systems for the delivery of family services. This position provides supports to Family Educators in the areas of resources, parent meetings and newsletters, and may be called upon to substitute for a vacant Family Educator in order to maintain required services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED); and four years of experience in social services; or Associates Degree in Social Work, Human Services or a related field, and two years of experience in social services.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Proficient in the use of computer and related information technologies, including email use and etiquette.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES & REGISTRATIONS

• Registration with the Central Background Registry of the Child Care Division.
• Valid Oregon Driver's License and insured vehicle available for use on the job or acceptable alternative.
• Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR certification.
• This position is subject to MWVCAA's Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Manual dexterity for handling office equipment.
• Required to frequently reach with hands and arms. Regularly required to climb or balance.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Indoor, office work environment with frequent interruptions and demands.
• Working with coworkers and/or clients over the phone and in-person.
• Occasional noise and distractions in work spaces.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as necessary.
• Occasional remote work.
• Potential risk of exposure to COVID-19 and other conditions. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as face coverings may be required.

*COVID-19 Alert: This position includes performing essential services during the COVID-19 pandemic and potential exposure to others who may be infected with the virus. I understand that if I am feeling unwell or have knowledge that I have had contact with an individual with a positive COVID-19 test, I will report it to my supervisor and HR-COVID@mwvcaa.org and self-isolate according to agency policies. I also understand that I must use available PPE and practice social distancing whenever possible according to agency policies.

MWVCAA is committed to promoting and achieving diversity, equity and inclusion with employees and with those we serve. The agency strives to be an employer of choice with a vision for all people to be respected for their infinite worth, and supported to envision and reach a positive future.

MWVCAA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, veterans, and people with disabilities or any other protected category. We welcome all people to join us in achieving our Mission. If you require any assistance in the application process, or reasonable accommodations to perform the essential duties of the position, please notify a member of our team at (503) 585-6232.