Family Service Worker

Job Details Location: Bigelow - SCHENECTADY, NY 12304 Salary Range: $18.60 - $20.67 hourly

• 18.60/hr with Associate’s Degree and $5k Sign on Bonus
• 20.67/hr with Bachelor’s Degree and $5k Sign on Bonus
• 5k Sign on Bonus: $2,500 at end of 4 month Introductory Period and $2,500 at the end of the first year

This position is 48 weeks/year Unemployment benefits during school breaks and summer months Benefits Paid Personal Time Paid Sick Time Company Holidays Medical Insurance Dental & Vision Insurance 403(b) with Company Match Flexible Spending Accounts Referral Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Parental Leave

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Responsibilities Support Early Learning parents as they identify and meet their goals and provide crisis intervention services. Collect data, document service delivery, and actively integrate services with other agency services, utilizing the principles of Family Development. Orient parents to Head Start and agency-wide services through home visits, center contacts, telephone contacts, and annual program recruitment. Remain up-to-date on current services offered through SCAP and conduct at least two home visits each program year, coordinating visits at the Center or an appropriate alternative location at the family’s convenience. Actively participate in scheduled case conferences and team meetings to discuss families, transportation, attendance, health, and social services concerns, maintaining an appropriate demeanor and resolving issues when possible. Advocate on behalf of families with community‑based agencies and institutions, incorporating SCAP’s guidelines and agency values. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or Associate’s Degree in Human Services and two (2) years of directly related experience. Family Development Credential preferred. Computer literacy required and a willingness to consistently upgrade skills. Knowledge of issues related to individuals and families in poverty, and the ability to build on strengths across diverse backgrounds to provide high-level services and lasting solutions. Physical ability and background check required. Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work as part of an agency-wide team. Flexible work schedule to meet program and customer needs. Must possess a valid New York State driver’s license and have a clean driving record. If you are a motivated individual and see yourself in this role, please complete our application and we will follow up with you on the next steps of the interview process. EEO Statement Schenectady Community Action Program is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, gender identification, military status, and without regard to the disability or handicap of qualified people, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Schenectady Community Action Program