CHILD CARE PROVIDER

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Lexington - Lexington, MS 39095Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeJob Category: Education

To promote family wellness and parent involvement programs and to support the implementation of the family partnership process. Operate as a liaison between classroom and home settings in the area of education, child development and mental health. Verify age and income of families according to MAP’s Procedures and guidelines.

• Replace vacancies according to procedures to ensure that center maintain full enrollment.
• Assist with the preparation and mailing parent survey.
• Assist with preparation and distribution of recruitment materials.
• Track attendance of children in assigned caseload in accordance with attendance policies and procedures; record in computerized system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, Human Services, Psychology or related field that includes coursework in the principles of social work, child development, counseling, and or psychology preferred.
• Minimum of two years experience in family social services setting preferred, including knowledge and experience relating to community resources for referrals to families in need of services.
• The skill and willingness to deal with sensitive family situations in a non-threatening and professional manner.
• Ability to set and maintain professional boundaries with families.
• Knowledge of early childhood education and intervention preferred.
• Computer literacy and familiarity with various applications such as word processing, e-mail and internet.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have flexible schedule to accommodate family needs, may include some evening or weekend hours.