Family Engagement Assistant

Sunbeam Family Services - Oklahoma City, OK

Full-time - Entry Level

Oklahoma City, OK

Social Assistance

About the position

The Family Engagement Assistant at Sunbeam Family Services plays a crucial role in supporting Early Childhood Services (ECS) programs by managing eligibility, recruitment, selection, enrollment, and attendance for Early Head Start/Head Start eligible families. This seasonal position involves collaboration with various coordinators and staff to implement family engagement activities and ensure compliance with program standards. The role requires a commitment to cultural sensitivity and excellence in service delivery, reflecting the organization's core values.

Responsibilities

• Plan and collaborate with coordinators and staff in the Early Childhood Services programs.
• Manage the eligibility, recruitment, selection, enrollment, and attendance (ERSEA) system for Early Head Start/Head Start eligible families.
• Coordinate and document activities of the ECS EHS/HS Policy Council/Policy Committee.
• Oversee the implementation of Family Engagement activities, including Parent Committee opportunities.
• Attend local, state, and regional initiatives, meetings, conferences, and trainings to represent the ECS program.
• Ensure Family Advocates identify family goals, strengths, and necessary services throughout the year.
• Ensure completion of child health screenings and assessments in consultation with Family Engagement Coordinator and Supervisors.
• Coordinate Family Child Reviews (FCRs) meetings with appropriate staff as needed.
• Maintain required documentation and ensure all family files are current.
• Work with the ERSEA Team to manage enrollment levels and analyze attendance data.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Social Work, or related field.
• Effective experience as a leader working directly with at-risk families.
• Bilingual Spanish/English speaking ability.
• Knowledge of Head Start Program Performance Standards and state/local child care licensing requirements.
• Exceptional leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Intermediate knowledge of computer operations and applications.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Social Work, or related field.
• Experience working with high-risk, low-income communities.