Innovative Network of Knowledge

Academic Req: Masters Degree and certificate or credential in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or related field; Valid driver's license and work eligibility status.. Licenses: Licensure as LPC, LSSP, or LSSW in Texas, Alabama or Louisiana.. Proven track record of successful leadership and the implementation of effective family engagement strategies, resulting in tangible improvement in program participation and community impact.. Conduct side by side reviews in which you are assisting in correcting any errors or deficiencies that are found as a result of your reporting or findings by the Family Services Center Manager, Center Director or other leadership team.. INK is committed to following immunization recommendations produced by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC).

quality assurance manager

It's a great feeling to work for a company that does so much good for others around the world! Academic Req: Masters Degree and certificate or credential in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or related field; Valid driver's license and work eligibility status. Ability to pass a criminal and driving background check. Certifications: Certification or specialized training in eligibility, recruitment, selection, enrollment, and attendance tracking within the context of Head Start programs. Licenses: Licensure as LPC, LSSP, or LSSW in Texas, Alabama or Louisiana. Family Specialist credential, or 18 hours of social work credit hours. Family Specialist credential can be obtained within 6 months of hire. Work Experience: •3 years of leadership experience in educational program coordination, eligibility determination, and family engagement within the context of Head Start or similar early childhood education programs. •Proven track record of successful leadership and the implementation of effective family engagement strategies, resulting in tangible improvement in program participation and community impact. •Experience in developing and maintaining partnerships with community organizations, implementing recruitment initiatives, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Critical Action Items and Affiliated Goals: 1. Health and Wellness Program Development and Implementation: - Develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive health and wellness programs for children and families, ensuring alignment with Head Start performance standards. - Track program effectiveness through measurable outcomes, utilizing data-driven insights for continuous improvement. 2. Training, Outreach, and Recruitment: - Conduct training sessions on health and wellness topics for staff, parents, and community partners, fostering engagement and knowledge dissemination. - Lead recruitment efforts targeting eligible families, particularly focusing on vulnerable populations, to increase program participation within the service area. 3. Individualized Health Plans (IHPs) and Program Eligibility: - Collaborate with families, healthcare professionals, and program staff to create and monitor Individualized Health Plans for children with specific health needs. - Ensure compliance with agency and federal policies regarding program eligibility, maintaining accurate documentation and timely processing. 4. Health Screenings, Assessments, and Family Engagement: - Coordinate health screenings and assessments for enrolled children, maintaining records and identifying areas for intervention. - Design and execute family engagement strategies, promoting participation in individual activities and special events while ensuring effective communication between education and family support staff. 5. Community Partnerships and Attendance Tracking: - Establish and maintain partnerships with local health organizations and non-profit agencies to enhance access to wrap-around services for enrolled families. - Implement a comprehensive attendance tracking system, reducing absenteeism through the development and execution of an effective Attendance Action Plan. 6. Compliance, Reporting, and Policy Development: - Ensure adherence to federal & program regulations, conducting regular audits to address areas of non-compliance along with collaborative solution creation. - Contribute to policy development and revisions related to eligibility, recruitment, selection, enrollment, and health and wellness initiatives. Additional Responsibilities: 1. Collaborate with program coordinators & external stakeholders to integrate health, wellness, and program eligibility components into broader early childhood education initiatives. 2. Assist in the development and review of program policies and procedures related to health, wellness, and program eligibility. 3. Facilitate cross-departmental communication and collaboration to ensure alignment of health, wellness, and program eligibility goals with overall program objectives. 4. Monitor program data and trends related to health, wellness, and program eligibility, providing regular reports and recommendations for improvement. Requirements: 1. Learn, live, and coach the One Team One Mission culture and values. Lead through change by bringing clarity, generating energy, and delivering success. 2. Previous experience in coordinating health and wellness programs and program eligibility, preferably in a Head Start or early childhood education setting. 3. Strong knowledge of early Head Start and Head Start performance standards, as well as human resources policies and personnel management strategies. 4. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse families, staff, and community partners. 5. Willingness to travel more than 60% of the time within and out of state for field work, with responsible use of company pool vehicles. 6. Support the creation of community and self-assessments, grant applications, budgets, and required reports following INK and Office of Head Start timelines and criteria. 7. Conduct side by side reviews in which you are assisting in correcting any errors or deficiencies that are found as a result of your reporting or findings by the Family Services Center Manager, Center Director or other leadership team. 8. Desire to provide and uphold customer service & satisfaction among service areas. 9. Possession of a valid driver's license and ability to pass criminal and driving background checks. 10. Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time. 11. Perform other assigned duties to support program objectives. Here at INK, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. Please feel free to apply for this position even if your work experience and education do not align perfectly with every requirement for this job description. You may very well be the perfect candidate for this role or other ones that we have open. Thank you for your interest in joining our mission! INK is committed to following immunization recommendations produced by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC). As such, our company policy requires that all employees must receive an annual Influenza vaccination or obtain an approved exemption as a medical or religious accommodation. This is a condition of employment, and all new hires will be responsible for providing proof. INK, is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer. It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of INK), not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination. English (United States) If you like to work with people that believe they can make a difference in the world, this is the company for you! 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