Family Services Supervisor Job at Kennebec Valley Community Action Program, Waterville, ME

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  • Kennebec Valley Community Action Program
  • Waterville, ME

Job Description

Are you interested in a rewarding career making a difference in the lives of young children and their families? Join the Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (KVCAP) team!

KVCAP, which seeks to strengthen individuals, families and communities through direct services and community collaborations that create solutions to poverty, is looking to hire a Family Services Supervisor in Waterville at our Educare Central Maine program. In addition to our generous benefits package, KVCAP offers numerous training and professional development opportunities for you to grow in the profession and to offer the best care and education to children and their famiiles.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate family services team efforts to support meaningful social, educational and leadership opportunities for parents; intentional transitions for children and families; and connections to community resources.
  • Assist staff and/or provide direct support to families in crisis by identifying options, resources and developing action plans.
  • Participate in continuous improvement cycle of learning, planning, implementation and reflection to drive best practices in family engagement within collaborative service area.
  • Lead and assure ongoing recruitment activities to meet enrollment expectations.
  • Promote protective factors to prevent child abuse and neglect; identify and refer families to the Department of Health and Human Services Child Protection Services as needed.
  • Ensure all Early/Head Start performance standards, state and local licensing requirements, and other funder requirements related to family services are met .

Benefits

  • 13 Paid Holidays (including Juneteenth and Indigenous People's Day)
  • Low cost health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance options
  • 100% employer-paid short-term disability insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off program that starts at 4 weeks per year
  • Employer-sponsored retirement plan that includes an employer contribution and an employer match
  • Annual CSA program that delivers a weekly box of food from local farms to all participating employees for 20+ weeks per year
  • Professional growth and development opportunities
  • $100 per month stipend through August 2024

  • Bachelor's Degree in field related to Human/Social Services or Early Care & Education. Must be eligible for Licensed Social Worker certification.
  • Four years of experience working with families with young children required, with at least 2 years of experience in a social services role.
  • Supervisory experience preferred.
  • Must demonstrate strong skills in interpersonal work, written and verbal communication, documentation, critical thinking, proficient computer skills, group management skills, and awareness of community resources.
  • Possess a valid driver's license and have use of a vehicle insured to state of Maine requirements.
  • Ability to travel out of state.
  • Able to meet requirements of agency & State of Maine Child Care Licensing regulations for background checks, fingerprinting, and physical exams.

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Job Tags

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