Family Worker jobs in Jacksonville, AR

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Now Hiring Difference Makers! Do you want to build a strong community and help the vulnerable population while earning a living? Do you want to be a part of a family friendly environment? We have opportunities in several different capacities available. Apply today for a position with Central Arkansas Development Council.

POSITION: HS Family Service Worker

LOCATION: Glenwood Head Start Center

HOURS: 40 Hours per Week – FULL-TIME

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until Filled

DATE POSITION TO BE FILLED: As soon as possible

SALARY: EXP Only $ 13.10 per Hour or Minimum of CDA $ 13.28 per Hour

JOB DUTIES:

Assists the supervisor to maintain required records; ensure mandates; prepare reports; assist with recruitment and enrollment; certify eligibility; provide transportation when necessary and assist as needed in the overall operation of center activities.

Assist with recruitment and enrollment.

Keep confidential all information pertaining to children, families and the center.

Assist in maintaining a safe, healthy, organized learning environment, assist in making occasional home visits.

Answer telephone and give information to callers, take messages, send informational packages, place outgoing calls, help families with their questions and run errands related to the operation of the center as needed.

Maintain preventive health care on all children enrolled. Ensure that all children’s dental, physical, vision, hearing, speech, developmental screenings are conducted within the 45 days.

Keep accurate and complete records on each child including medical, dental and mental health application forms; home visitations and referrals. Update children’s records for changes, contacts with parents, etc.

Provide transportation as necessary for children (and parents, if necessary) to and from medical services or to and from resource services. Provide transportation for field trips, the community survey, etc., as needed.

Provide assistance in the classroom and other areas of the center as needed.

Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: High School diploma or GED required, Childhood Development Associate (CDA) credential preferred or One-year certificate from college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience preferred.

EXPERIENCE NEEDED: Prefer experience working with pre-school children and their families in a licensed childcare facility. Must have excellent computer and oral/written communication skills.

Ability to multi-task, handle; sensitive/confidential information and work in a fast paced environment.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Criminal Background Check and Pre-Employment & random drug/alcohol screenings. Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 lbsand occasionally up to 50 lbs.

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Central Arkansas Development Council

To download Employment Application go to www.cadc.com or for more information call 501-315-1121

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.10 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person