Family Worker

Responsibilities

• Implement family services, health, and community engagement content for the assigned Head Start center.
• Build strength-based partnerships with parents to identify development goals and create family plans.
• Provide parent education on topics including health, safety, nutrition, mental health, and budgeting.
• Conduct regular home visits and maintain an ongoing schedule of contacts to monitor family needs and progress.
• Act as a liaison and advocate between the community and the Child Development program.
• Maintain accurate family records and documentation using the Child Plus record-keeping system.
• Support classroom teams and families using Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
• Promote family engagement through recruitment activities, resource fairs, and monthly newsletters.

Requirements

• Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or Human Services.
• Prior experience in casework, community organizations, or working with small groups.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and adequate car insurance.
• Ability to perform physical activities including running, jumping, kneeling, and lifting children in emergency situations.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and client confidentiality.
• Flexibility to perform evening home visits and attend weekend parent activities.

About the Company

Community Action Partnership Hillsborough and Rockingham Counties (CAPHR) provides essential services to support the well-being of our community, including early childhood education, workforce development, and food and nutrition assistance. We are dedicated to empowering families and building strong, resilient communities through diverse service programs.