Family Support Specialist

Allegheny Intermediate Unit Career Site

Homestead, PA, United States
Act 93 grade 13; not specified; act 93 benefits ph
On-site
Direct supervision of family advocates
Ersea compliance and eligibility determination
Data analysis for enrollment and attendance
The Allegheny Intermediate Unit is seeking a Family Support Specialist to lead and supervise Family Advocates, ensuring compliance with Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment, and Attendance (ERSEA) requirements. The position emphasizes promoting family engagement and well-being through relationship-based practices

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading and supervising Family Advocates to ensure high-quality service delivery and compliance with federal requirements.
  • This position is critical for promoting inclusive family participation and strengthening family well-being through relationship-based practices.
  • Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in a related field and have at least three years of experience in family services or early childhood programming.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The Allegheny Intermediate Unit is seeking a Family Support Specialist to lead and supervise Family Advocates, ensuring compliance with Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment, and Attendance (ERSEA) requirements. The position emphasizes promoting family engagement and well-being through relationship-based practices.

Salary

Act 93 Grade 13; Not specified; Act 93 Benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Direct supervision of Family Advocates
  • ERSEA compliance and eligibility determination
  • Data analysis for enrollment and attendance
  • Strength-based family engagement practices
  • Head Start Performance Standards knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with underserved population recruitment
  • Culturally responsive practice commitment
  • Collaboration with community resource networks
  • Reflective supervision session facilitation

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, or Education
  • Minimum 3 years experience in family services or early childhood
  • Current Act 114, Act 34, Act 151, and NSOR Clearances
  • Prior supervisory experience preferred
  • ERSEA process and compliance experience strongly preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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