Family & Community Partnership Manager - Early Head Start (Helena, MT)

$57,366 - $57,366/Yr

Aware[Shirts] - Helena, MT

Full-time - Mid Level

Helena, MT

Educational Services

About the position

The Family and Community Partnership Manager at AWARE is responsible for ensuring compliance with childcare licensure and Head Start Performance Standards while overseeing family services to promote positive outcomes for families. This role involves direct supervision of Family Advocates, program monitoring, and collaboration with other managers to facilitate effective service delivery. The position emphasizes a commitment to high-quality care and support for families in the community, fostering personal growth and engagement.

Responsibilities

• Ensures compliance with rules, regulations, and guidelines involving childcare licensure and Head Start Performance Standards.
• Ensures the Head Start Parent, Family, and Community Engagement (PFCE) Framework is integrated into programming, services, and management systems.
• Provides oversight and monitoring of family services to ensure high-quality services and positive family outcomes.
• Monitors program attendance compliance and provides oversight and support for recruitment, enrollment, and registrations of families into the program.
• Performs supervisory responsibilities including notification of vacant positions, screening applicants, and participating in hiring processes.
• Directly supervises and evaluates Family Advocates, establishing performance goals and conducting regular staff meetings.
• Assumes responsibilities in the absence of a family service position as needed.
• Updates and implements service plans and procedures relating to family services, including ERSEA, yearly.
• Communicates new or revised policies and procedures to team members to ensure they are informed.
• Observes family service staff during intake, parent meetings, and home visits to provide guidance.
• Collaborates with the Education Manager to ensure timely transition services for families.
• Identifies, develops, and facilitates training for family service staff, including required training by HSPS.
• Reviews and analyzes reports related to family outcomes and service delivery.
• Facilitates team operations by sharing information, identifying teamwork issues, and developing problem-solving recommendations.

Requirements

• Requires a BS/BA Degree in Human Services, Social Work, or a related field.
• Three (3) years of employment in a leadership position with knowledge of program planning and implementation practices, including supervisory experience.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of Early Childhood education and Family Systems, including human growth and development principles.
• Head Start/Early Head Start experience preferred.

Benefits

• Annual raises
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Insurance
• Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Life Insurance
• Wellness programs
• Generous paid time off