Family Support Worker

Easterseals

. Conduct recruitment activities to find eligible families and complete intake and enrollment .

Posted 10/31/2026full-timeEscondido • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $23 - $26 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in family engagement and support services, with a strong focus on compliance with Head Start standards and California regulations. Proficient in data management and effective communication to foster relationships with families and community resources.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Family Engagement ServicesHead Start Performance StandardsSocial Work CertificationData Entry ProficiencyEffective Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Data ManagementFamily Partnership AgreementsNeeds AssessmentPediatric CPR CertificationFood Handler's CertificateCalifornia Child Abuse Reporter TrainingPesticide Safety TrainingMS Office ProficiencyEligibility DocumentationReferral Coordination

Soft Skills

InitiativeAnalytical SkillsJudgmentCooperative WorkRelationship Building

Certifications & Qualifications

Social Work CredentialPediatric CPR CertificationFood Handler's CertificateCalifornia Child Abuse Reporter TrainingPesticide Safety Training

Industry Keywords

Family DevelopmentMental HealthChildcareSubstance Abuse TreatmentEmployment TrainingHealth and NutritionCalifornia Department of EducationTitle 5Title 22Easterseals Policies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct recruitment activities to find eligible families and complete intake and enrollment
Complete Title V and Head Start performance standards paperwork, tracking rosters, and timely data entry
Maintain a caseload
Serve as a role model for family and community involvement activities
Coordinate referrals for family and community development services
Develop, implement, and update Family Partnership Agreements and create goals with families
Mentor and/or assist in training Family Support Staff on eligibility and enrollment documentation, Department of Education, Title 22, and Head Start standards
Implement Family and Community engagement services according to Head Start standards, policies, and procedures
Identify and incorporate resources and referrals for families across mental health, childcare, substance abuse treatment, education, employment training, income support, transportation, pregnancy, health, safety, and nutrition
Coordinate parent education, training, and support for pregnant women, including prenatal education and breastfeeding information
Coordinate family strengths and needs assessments within required timelines
Assist management with parent meetings
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate’s Degree in social services, family development, mental health, or similar field
Must possess or obtain credential/certification in Social Work, Human Services, Family Services, Counseling, or related field within 18 months of tenure, unless grandfathered under Federal regulations
Must possess and maintain current pediatric (infant/toddler) CPR and first aid certificate
Must possess a food handler’s certificate
Must complete California-mandated Child Abuse Reporter Training and Pesticide Safety Training prior to beginning work
3–5 years’ experience working with diverse families of very young children, or equivalent combination of training, education and experience
Demonstrated ability to take initiative and implement analytical skills
Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office applications, including Outlook and Excel
Ability to interpret and implement California Department of Education, Title 5, Title 22, Head Start Performance Standards, and Easterseals policies and procedures
Effective oral and written communication skills
Ability to work cooperatively with varied individuals and groups and relate well to children and families
Ability to exercise sound judgment, plan, and meet timelines
Ability to pass a post-offer physical examination and TB test
Ability to provide required current immunizations under California regulations
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift 40 lbs. continuously
Ability to obtain and maintain Department of Justice and FBI criminal record/fingerprint clearance and sex offender index clearance