Headstart Okmulgee Center-FAMILY SERVICE WORKER-Okmulgee

Muscogee (Creek) Nationti Human Resources Department Po Box sao
OKMULGEE, OK 74447
s Employee Requisition Telephone( 918) 732- 7827 c
GEE Np Toll- Free( 800) 482- 1979 Fax( 918) 756- 2284
Submitted ate Employee Requisition Number JOB OPPORTUNITY 7/ 10/ : 58
AM
Title/ Position:
FAMILY SERVICE WORKER Pay Grade Salary Range Classification SB10 31, 865- 41, 579 Full Time
Department: Location: Location Code: FT/ PT
HEADSTART OKMULGEE CENTER Okmulgee 108A Full Time
COMPLETED EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION IS REQUIRED.
MUSCOGEE ( CREEK) AND INDIAN PREFERENCE.
General Summary: Under the Supervision of the Center Supervisor, the Family Service Worker recruits and enrolls families, connects families to resources, and provides ongoing support to improve child and family well- being, focusing on building relationships and promoting family engagement.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Develops and implements individualized family support plans, assessing the family' s health, education, and social service needs.
2. Assist families in completing original enrollment applications for their child or children and ensure all necessary documents for enrollment are collected and filed with the application.
3. Develop, implement, follow up, and document the family' s Individualized Family Partnership Agreement, including Family goal setting
4. Accessing and documenting community services and resources: Emergency or crisis assistance in food, housing, clothing, and
transportation areas.
Education and other appropriate interventions, including opportunities for parents to participate in counseling programs or to receive information on mental health issues that put families at risk.
Provide families with opportunities for continuing education, employment training and other employment services through formal and informal networks in the community.
Services to pregnant women enrolled in programs serve pregnant women, infants, and toddlers.
Parent involvement, including child development and education. 5. Work collaboratively with all families to identify and continually assess,
either directly or through referrals, services and resources that are responsive to each family' s interests and goals, including services for children with disabilities.
6. Schedule and/ or document appointments for medical, dental, and
disability screenings, evaluations, and complete follow- ups as needed. 7. Monitor classroom absences to ensure an average daily attendance rate of
85%. Check on children whose absences exceed two days without an
r Muscogee (Creek) Nationti Human Resources Department Po Box sao
OKMULGEE, OK 74447
s Employee Requisition Telephone( 918) 732- 7827 c
GEE Np Toll- Free( 800) 482- 1979 Fax( 918) 756- 2284
explanation.
8. Secure resources within the community; complete In- Kind forms for all donated goods, services, and volunteer hours.
Attend and assist with parent committee meetings within their assigned caseload; encourage family participation.
9. Conduct( 2) home visits per school year or more as needed, and follow- up visits will be conducted in person to complete the Family Partnership Agreement.
10. Provide ongoing support and guidance to families, including home visits and regular communication.
11. Makes periodic home visits ( Health, Social Service), in October and April, as needed, to keep parents informed of the child' s health screening results and appointments, and to stay abreast of the current needs and concerns of the family. Responsible for all documentation of such visits.
12. Connect families to community resources and services. 13. Assist families in setting goals and developing action plans to achieve
those goals. 14. Will facilitate monthly parent training and arrange qualified presenters in
the areas of interest expressed by the parents. 15. Utilizes the Family Needs Assessment/ Family Partnership Agreement to
determine what the families' immediate needs are and where their areas of
Interest is concentrated.
16. Provide advanced written notification to parents regarding screening or follow- up services and development forms as soon as the appointment has been scheduled, and provide results immediately following the service.
17. Ensure parent training information is included on center parent calendars.
18. Assesses Nutrition Data record and graphs height and weight on Child Plus tracking and makes referrals, if needed.
19. Record according to Performance Standards and Child Health Record Guidelines, hemoglobin/ hematocrit obtained for each child' s health record, and
make referrals, if necessary. 20. Review child immunization records and implement procedures to bring
the child up- to- date on their status. Must obtain written documentation of parents' refusal of immunization.
21. Maintains accurate records of family interactions, services provided, and progress toward goals.
22. Maintain all children' s files current with all documentation related to the
child.
23. Maintain accurate records in the Child Plus system to ensure all Health/ Social Services are completed.
24. Work collaboratively with teachers, other Head Start preschool staff, and community partners to ensure comprehensive services for families.
25. Maintains strict confidentiality regarding children, families, and other staff inembers. Must sign a statement of Compliance or Confidentiality.
26. Maintains current and accurate records, forms, and duties as requested
r Muscogee (Creek) Nationti Human Resources Department Po Box sao
OKMULGEE, OK 74447
s Employee Requisition Telephone( 918) 732- 7827 c
GEE Np Toll- Free( 800) 482- 1979 Fax( 918) 756- 2284
by the Parent Family Community Engagement Specialist and Center Supervisor. 27. Adheres to guidelines set in the Muscogee ( Creek) Nation, Head Start
Policies and Procedures, Oklahoma Department of Human Services: Child Care
Licensing Requirements, Federal, and State Regulations as related to Head Start. 28. Must report suspected child abuse, neglect, etc., as
mandated by the Muscogee ( Creek) Nation Policies, Tribal State and Federal laws.
29. Must sign a statement of understanding and verification of training on reporting procedures and the responsibility of reporting abuse, neglect, etc. 30. Before leaving the work site for the Head Start Preschool business. Staff
must sign in and out on the activity leave form. 31. Must be willing to stay after hours, if necessary, to Complete an important task or meeting. 32. Must attend in- state and out- of-state workshops, conferences, and
trainings upon request by the Manager. 33. Must attend all mandatory trainings, workshops, and professional
development
34. Implement the knowledge and techniques gained through training and workshops.
35. Must be familiar with the Head Start Performance
Standards, the Head Start Act, and be willing to participate in on- site reviews.
36. Must have a physical annually and an initial TB skin test 37. Must obtain a Commercial Driver License ( CDL) within the first six ( 6)
months of employment.
38. Must obtain within 18 months of hire a credential or certification in
Social Work, Human Services, Family Services, Counseling, or a related field. 39. Performs all other related duties as assigned by the Center Supervisor,
Program Coordinator/ Specialist, and/ or Manager related to program philosophy.
Minimum Requirements: Education - High School or GED
Experience - Working with Families and Community.
Preferred Requirements: Education - Credential or Certification in Social Work, Human Services, Family Services, Counseling or a related field.
Preference: Muscogee and Indian preference.
Valid Oklahoma Driver' s License required? Yes
Please list any additional licenses required:
Customer Service: Responds promptly to customer needs; Responds promptly to voicemails and emails.
r Muscogee (Creek) Nationti Human Resources Department Po Box sao
OKMULGEE, OK 74447
s Employee Requisition Telephone( 918) 732- 7827 c
GEE Np Toll- Free( 800) 482- 1979 Fax( 918) 756- 2284
Professionalism/ Maintains confidentiality; Keeps emotions under control; Approaches others in a Interpersonal Skills: tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and
consideration regardless of status or position. Time Management: Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Sets goals and
objectives.
Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Participates in meetings.
Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively; Able to read and interpret written information. Analytical Skills: Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data. Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness
to others' views. Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team environment; Supports everyone' s efforts to succeed.
Leadership: Inspires respect and trust; Motivates and effectively influences others; Provides appropriate recognition; Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Uses sound judgement; Makes timely decisions. Works within the approved budget; Conserves organizational resources.
Ethics: Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. Adheres to policies and procedures.
Organizational Support: Follows policies and procedures; Supports organization' s goals and values. Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Quantity: Completes work in timely manner. Safety and Security: Observes safety and security procedures, including cyber security. Attendance/ Punctuality: Regular and on time attendance. Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Dependability: Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee must regularly lift and/ or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/ or move:
0 Up to SO Ibs. Up to 100 Ibs. Over 100 Ibs. Physical Exam
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed:
Fumes or airborne particles Outside weather conditions Toxic or caustic chemicals
Risk of electrical shock Vibration Loud Noise
Would this Open Position be considered a Safetv Sensitive Position? Check All that Apply Note: If any box is checked THIS IS A SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION ( No failed dru test is tolerated).
r Muscogee (Creek) Nationti Human Resources Department Po Box sao
OKMULGEE, OK 74447
s Employee Requisition Telephone( 918) 732- 7827 c
GEE Np Toll- Free( 800) 482- 1979 Fax( 918) 756- 2284
Operate motorized equipment, machinery, power tools, and/ or a motor vehicle. Repair, maintain, or monitor the performance or operation of any equipment, machinery,
or manufacturing process ( preparing food where knives and kitchen equipment is used). Work in close proximity to motor vehicles or heavy equipment and/ or construction sites. Operate any equipment which could seriously injure any person as a result of misuse. Carry and use of firearms/ ammunition Work with vulnerable or violent clients.
Lf Have direct contact with children and youth. Entrusted with the direct care or custody of children and youth and whose performance of
his/ her duties may affect the health, welfare, or safety of children and youth. Provide direct patient care or providing for the health, safety, and welfare of children,
adults, disabled, and elders.
Perform life threatening procedures such as firefighting, first responder, or EMT duties. Dispense pharmaceuticals Have access to or responsible for confidential information or sensitive data protected by
federal, state, or Muscogee Nation law.
Have responsibility for money, receipts, and/ or disbursement of negotiable instructions, e. g., money, checks, or property disbursements.
Have responsibility for all financial documents, credit data, credit account records, or credit transactions.
Have responsibility for the use, handling, packaging, processing, storage, disposal, or transport of controlled substances, toxic, radioactive, or other hazardous materials.
Have responsibility for security, surveillance, or law enforcement duties. Have routine access to security control and key systems Operate, maintain, or oversee critical services and infrastructure including, but not limited
to: a. Electric; b. Gas; c. Water; d. Power generator; e. Distribution. Positions governed under the rules and jurisdiction of the Department of Transportation Any position in which a momentary lapse in attention could result in injury or death to an
employee or another person.
None of these apply
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Public Relations:
Important attributes of any employee of the Muscogee Nation, along with the official performance of duties, are personal appearance and public relations. Each employee is expected to make every effort to be well- informed about the institution, pleasant, courteous and cooperative, and to act in a manner to command respect of co- workers and all other personnel. An optimistic attitude, patience and tolerance will help each employee in nearly all situations at the institution.
r Muscogee (Creek) Nationti Human Resources Department Po Box sao
OKMULGEE, OK 74447
s Employee Requisition Telephone( 918) 732- 7827 c
GEE Np Toll- Free( 800) 482- 1979 Fax( 918) 756- 2284
MCN Policy Requirements:
All Employees are subject to pre- employment background checks and drug testing. According to MCN Policy Section 502: Page 12/ Section 503 110- 111. All applicants must pass a drug test before beginning work. Any candidate who fails or refuses a drug test shall be withdrawn from employment consideration.
Medical Marijuana License Holder Protection and Non- Discrimination A. Unless a failure to do would cause The Muscogee ( Creek) Nation to imminently lose a monetary or licensing related benefit under federal law or regulations and with the exception of employees whose jobs are safety sensitive or primary job function is driving, The Muscogee ( Creek) Nation shall not discriminate against a person in hiring, termination, or imposing any term or condition of employment or otherwise penalize a person based upon either: a. Solely, the person' s status as a medical marijuana license holder; or b. Solely, the results of a drug test showing positive for marijuana and its components. B. Employees that are medical marijuana card holders shall not use, possess or be under the influence while at their place of employment or during hours of employment.