Job description
Posting Date
03/03/23
Application Deadline
03/08/23
Pay Range
$16.00 - $24.95 per hour
The pay range listed above reflects the FULL pay range for this position. The expected ENTRY pay range is $16.00 to $20.48 per hour, based on qualifying experience and equity within Maricopa County. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.
Job Type
Unclassified
Department
Human Services
About the Position
Are you passionate about helping young children succeed in school and in life beyond school? Apply now for our Family Support Specialist opening!
The Family Support Specialist promotes children's development through services that support early learning, health, and family well-being through collaboration with families, our education teams, and community partners.
About Us
The Early Education Division is dedicated to ensuring children have the knowledge and skills to be successful in school and life through service delivery to children and families in core areas of early learning, health, and family well-being while engaging parents as partners every step of the way. Head Start encompasses Head Start preschool programs, which primarily serve 3 and 4 year old children, and Early Head Start programs for infants, toddlers, and pregnant women.
On-The-Spot Hiring Event:
Maricopa County’s Human Services Department is hosting an in-person hiring event! Join us March 8 from 2PM – 6PM at the Head Start Mesa Corporate Location – 1001 W Southern Ave, Mesa AZ 85210. We encourage you to apply online, but walk-ins are always welcome. Bring your resume, walk-in, and walk-out with a new career!
Proud to Offer
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Paid continuing education, professional development, and tuition reimbursement
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Paid Child Development Association Certification (CDA) that you can earn on-the-job
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Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance card and renewal paid for by Maricopa County
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Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
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Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
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Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System
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Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
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Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts of $60 per month
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Employee discounts for goods and services
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Learn more at maricopa.gov/5284/Why-Work-Here
We Require
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A certificate, credential, or Associate’s degree in Social Work, Family Studies, Early Childhood Education, Education, or closely related field
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Two years of case management experience
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Arizona driver's license, upon hire
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Medical exam that includes screening for tuberculosis (TB), upon hire
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Background check and Arizona Department of Public Safety Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card, upon hire
Job Contributions
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Develop a family partnership agreement to identify family goals, strengths, and services needed
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Facilitate, encourage, and support parent involvement by organizing parent committee meetings and parent training activities
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Build collaborative relationships with families to educate parents on available resources and make periodic home visits
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Initiate and maintain cooperative partnerships with community agencies that provide health, social, employment, and educational services
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Refer families for services, assists families in accessing services, and monitor services completion
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Maintain enrollment for all assigned sites during the program year, complete applications for program enrollment, and coordinate termination/drop activities of children
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Monitor child attendance and contact parents regarding child’s absenteeism or other issues
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Maintain confidential records, run reports to track services, and ensure program compliance
Working Conditions
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Work is performed in classrooms located throughout Maricopa County, and at parents’ home or employer
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Must obtain a CPR, first aid, and food handler’s certification within six weeks of hire
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Ability to travel to and from job-related locations during a scheduled workday using a private or County vehicle
Selection Procedure
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Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
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Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
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Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
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Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
Apply Now!
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