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Job Description Board Certified Behavior Analyst / BCBA - ABA Centers of Connecticut Full Time San Juan, PR **Up to $10K Sign-on Bonus** **STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS UP TO $24K** We've Created the Ideal BCBA Work Culture · Student-loan repayment program for existing loans (up to $24,000 total - $1,000 per month) · Lower-than-average billable hours requirement (27 hours per week) · Smaller-than-average caseloads (8-10 cases, 180 RBT hours per week) · Flexibility in scheduling where and when you work Why We're the Best Place to Be a BCBA! · Dedication to Better Outcomes - Smaller caseloads combined with our established clinical infrastructure mean you can focus on delivering high-quality care and lasting impact for children and families · AI-Driven Efficiency - Streamline your workflow, reduce administrative tasks, and automate reporting, giving you more time to focus on your clients · Unlimited Career Growth - Enjoy long-term opportunities to advance your career without the pressure of private equity investors · Mentorship & Leadership Access - Collaborate with experienced BCBAs and leaders dedicated to your success and professional development · Special Interest Groups - Connect with peers to deepen your expertise in areas like assessment, severe behavior, and school collaboration · On-Demand Clinical Support - Access continuous training and resources through our ABA Academy of Excellence to stay at the top of your game · Investment in Talent - We hire top talent and invest in developing our RBT teams, ensuring the best care for our clients and stability for our BCBAs · Commitment to Improving Autism Care - We're serious about innovation and change, as evidenced by having our own diagnostic teams and sponsorship of the Autism Research Laboratory at Temple University · Industry Recognition - Proudly named in Inc. Magazine's “Best in Business” for Health Services, making a lasting impact on our field and society What You'll Do · Design, implement, and monitor skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction programs · Oversee the implementation of behavior-analytic programs by RBTs and caregivers · Conduct assessments related to the need for behavioral intervention (e.g., preference assessment, functional assessment, staff performance assessment, etc.) · Be willing and able to supervise others seeking BCBA certification weekly · Other typical BCBA activities Requirements Education/Experience and Other Requirements · Masters degree · Active BCBA certification, required · Spanish is a must · Valid driver's license, reliable form of transportation, and proof of auto insurance · Ability to maintain clean background/drug screenings and driving record Benefits Special, Full-Time BCBA Benefits · Student-loan repayment program for existing loans (up to $24,000 total - $1,000 per month) · 401(k) program with generous employer match up to 6% · Performance bonuses (average $2,700 twice yearly) · BCBA referral bonuses ($5,000) · RBT referral bonuses ($500) · Tuition reimbursement for ongoing education (up to $2,500 per semester) · 21 paid days off (15 days of PTO, which increases with tenure, plus 6 holidays) · Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance · CEU reimbursement · Mileage reimbursement About ABA Centers of Puerto Rico ABA Centers of Puerto Rico is a great place to work! Don't take our word for it, though. We're listed in Inc. magazine's Best in Business list for “Health Services,” honoring companies that have made an extraordinary impact in their fields and on society. Recruiter ID: #LI-GV1 ABA Centers of Puerto Rico participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program.

Descripción de la empresa ProSidian is looking for “Great People Who Lead” at all levels in the organization. Are you a talented professional ready to deliver real value to clients in a fast-paced, challenging environment? ProSidian Consulting is looking for professionals who share our commitment to integrity, quality, and value. ProSidian is a management and operations consulting firm with a reputation for its strong national practice spanning six solution areas including Risk Management, Energy & Sustainability, Compliance, Business Process, IT Effectiveness, and Talent Management. We help clients improve their operations. Linking strategy to execution, ProSidian assists client leaders in maximizing company return on investment capital through design and execution of operations core to delivering value to customers. Visit ***************** or follow the company on Twitter at ************************* for more information. Descripción del empleo Group dynamics can be difficult at best when critical decisions need to be made. A Group Meeting Facilitator interacts with groups that need coaching to work productively as a team to reach a common goal. The group meeting facilitator guides discussions of the topics laid out in group meetings and/or project/taskforce initiatives agenda, with the purpose of moving the team towards a common goal. A skilled Group Meeting Facilitator fosters collaboration and teamwork and manages conflict among team members. The ProSidian Consultant | Group Meeting Facilitator will coordinate, lead, and support all phases of team meetings to ensure progression and completion of work as well as supports the Global Project Lead (GPL) And Project Team, and is accountable for the quality, timeliness, and effectiveness of group meetings and/or project/taskforce initiatives and ends with delivery of the final outputs that achieve stated mission objectives. The job of a “Group Meeting Facilitator” is more of the "conductor" than a participant throughout the Program Period. The ProSidian Group Meeting Facilitator shall serve as a consultant to clients across private companies, fortune 1,000 enterprises, and government agencies of all sizes. You direct the flow and energy throughout the program period. You observe participants' body language, listening carefully to what they say, drawing out those members who are not speaking, and gently moving group meetings and/or project/taskforce initiatives along when a member monopolizes a conversation. The ProSidian Group Meeting Facilitator shall work with and help groups, such as business teams, advisory boards, emergency action task forces, working groups, strategy planning teams, and community organizations with representatives who may have differences in perspectives, cultures, backgrounds, and shaped viewpoints to solve problems and improve operations through a structured approach to strategic solutions. The group meeting facilitator serves as the process manager for getting past obstacles, so the group can communicate effectively. Running a successful meeting will help clients and stakeholders operate efficiently, provide experience for all members, and drive towards successful outcomes from group meetings and/or project/taskforce initiatives. Examples of some facilitation topics to be included: clarifying roles and responsibilities | identifying core issues behind current challenges and situations | developing and clarifying goals of the group | debriefing lessons learned for the group | building consensus and alignment to address challenges | brainstorming solutions | teaching facilitation techniques | enhancing communication and collaboration between involved parties. Facilitate interaction among multi-party entities and representative bodies consisting of a balanced mix of diverse local and regional interests affected by and/or convened to contribute to varying project/taskforce initiatives. Enable participative discussions and learning among group members, allowing them to express and present different opinions while maintaining a respectful environment. ProSidian's consultative meeting facilitation service blends that depth of understanding with our unique expertise. Our proven, seven-step process introduces ways to link your vision, goals and initiatives to your meeting agenda and helps you achieve your desired outcome. The ProSidian difference: local to global | extensively researched practice | deep content and process expertise | comprehensive engagement. Key Language Requirements Bilingual = Spanish + English Coordination/Logistics Processes - support creation and/or revision of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and manage/support all aspects of meeting scheduling (location, venue and time) in accordance with established guidelines, standards, and principles. Develop and support the approval of individualized Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M) incorporating requirements of program leadership, sub-group chairs, and meeting attendees. The plan shall be designed to capitalize on the strengths while ensuring coordination of both professionally based principles and support tools, technology, and processes. Topic/Agenda Acceptance - work with groups to clarify meeting content, objectives and to establish ground rules that govern behavior. Review information from previous meetings and develop agenda/desired outcomes. Follow up on action items. Introduce a variety of strategies to keep the process structured without interfering with group productivity. Following acceptance, pre-work is done includes interviewing program leadership, sub-group chairs, and meeting attendees to gain consensus on the topic/agenda for each program session Group Meeting Agendas - work with clients, meeting participants, and stakeholders to develop agendas (adequately estimated for time frames) that will achieve stated goals and objectives. When desired, and as needed, introduce dialog, decision-making, and other communication models and tools as part of the agenda or as just-in-time training to enhance the process and achieve desired results. Client Conference/Program Participation - select appropriate methods and tools that will enable participants to achieve results. Listen and proactively respond to client and stakeholder intentions and desires to enhance the process and achieve desired results. Help clearly define stated goals and objectives for success, both in group meetings and/or project/taskforce initiatives and beyond. Ongoing Course Adjustments - consultative facilitation while working in close partnership with clients, meeting participants, and stakeholders throughout the program period; making the best possible use time and resources; correctly observing interests and developments, and working to enhance the process and achieve desired results. When problems or issues come up, work to resolve conflict and return to goals. Dynamic Process Interactions - create environments that allow civil dialogue and input from all participants and above all -- remaining neutral throughout the process. Recognize that group meetings and/or project/taskforce initiatives are dynamic processes and that new insights and ideas can emerge that could significantly shift original intentions. Work to respond to those emerging trends, needs, and themes while keeping everyone focused on the clearly defined meeting objectives while achieving desired results. Leadership Coaching/Support Initiatives - work to ensure successful implementation of primary objectives through the facilitation of cross-functional meetings and internal department level meetings. Provide real-time coaching to clients, program leadership, sub-group chairs, meeting participants, and other stakeholders on ways to enhance group meetings and/or project/taskforce initiatives focused on the clearly defined meeting objectives that achieve desired results. Follow-Up Deliverables - work to improve the contributions from meeting participants; coordinate meeting schedules; provide assistance with creation of agendas; facilitate meetings; distribute meeting minutes, and maintain task and issues logs. Post-Event Hot Wash / After-Action Analysis / After Action Reports - after the session is over, a complete report describing everything that went on in group meetings and/or project/taskforce initiatives shall be prepared. An organized debrief post-meeting and provide post-meeting feedback session held to provide suggestions and improvements for future meetings. All action items agreed to by the participants are documented as part of this report. Public Involvement And Communications - foster collaboration and communication through open, ongoing and effective maintenance of knowledge repositories to include correspondence, presentations, meeting summaries, work products, and responses to information requests by ensuring distribution of requested information. Document Retention And Knowledge Repositories - live capture of meeting discussion/decisions in Microsoft word or excel is also expected. Maintain a library per established guidelines as a repository of related information co-located with the clients, program leadership, sub-group chairs, meeting participants, and other stakeholders as the official record required (i.e. Per Federal Advisory Committee Act - FACA) for an information repository. Program/Recommendations Implementation - help participants reach decisions and accomplish goals. Help facilitate group meetings and/or project/taskforce initiatives, gain consensus, and manage the execution of action items, recommendations, and resolutions through counsel and support to clients, program leadership, sub-group chairs, meeting participants, and other stakeholders. Requisitos A Bachelors' or Masters' Degree from an accredited school (Preferable) and/or a minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar position. Minimum of eight years' experience working with senior management. Experience supersedes/complements academic achievement with satisfactory, post-graduate experience that includes substantial experience in one or more of the following modalities of practice: facilitation of Strategic Planning Facilitation, Board Retreat Facilitation, Advisory Boards and Conferences or group decision-making meetings utilizing a Strategic Planning Facilitation, Board Retreat Facilitation, Advisory Board and Conference model which emphasizes team/group engagement and consensus-based decision-making or the conduct of professional training on topics related to Energy, Manufacturing, Chemical, Retail, Healthcare, Telecommunications, Hospitality, Pharmaceuticals, Banking & Financial Services, Transportation, Federal and State Government Agencies. Project management experience is required, including developing and managing scopes of work and budgets. Ability to foster collaboration and communication, lead coordination of meeting schedules, assist with the creation of agendas, facilitate group meetings and/or project/taskforce initiatives and distribute of meeting minutes are expected. Ability to live capture of meeting discussion/decisions in Microsoft word or excel and able to summarize chunks of information for clarity and understanding. Combination of education and experience that provides the individual with the required knowledge, skills, and abilities minimum of three (3) years industry experience, with a thorough knowledge of the project management discipline and demonstrated ability to apply within a complex organization. Comfortable working with group dynamics while managing group meetings and/or project/taskforce initiatives or activity process. Competent at making observations and recognizing when interactions, situations or group dynamics change. And if there are disruptive behaviors, promptly intervene to disperse or extinguish them. Demonstrated ability in instruction and staff development, inclusive of a) development of group meetings, training, and/or project/taskforce initiative materials, b) coaching and mentoring of peers, leadership, and staff Effective meeting leadership (in person and remotely) with a variety of Internal and Customer SME's Exceptional customer service skills, over the phone and in person, with our client and internal committees Experience and confidence in working closely with clients, program leadership, sub-group chairs, meeting participants, and other stakeholders, primarily through the facilitation of cross-functional meetings and internal department level meetings. Experience directly related to quality assurance or quality control responsibilities Familiarity with core Microsoft office tools and processes, especially: excel, outlook, word, and PowerPoint Highly organized, independently motivated leader with proven ability to multi-task PMP certification a plus + Skills in group learning techniques, as well as skills in problem-solving, conflict resolution, team building, planning, and organizing. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build enthusiasm, urgency, and influence without direct authority Strong sense of urgency, problem-solving skills, and assertive enough to get things on track with appropriate suggestions or redirecting group efforts. Strong written and oral communication and developed cross-functional teamwork and collaboration skills Valid passport required, and ability to travel as required. Información adicional As a condition of employment, all employees are required to fulfill all requirements of the roles for which they are employed; establish, manage, pursue, and fulfill annual goals and objectives with at least three (3) Goals for each of the firms Eight Prosidian Global Competencies [1 - Personal Effectiveness | 2 - Continuous Learning | 3 - Leadership | 4 - Client Service | 5 - Business Management | 6 - Business Development | 7 - Technical Expertise | 8 - Innovation & Knowledge Sharing (Thought Leadership)]; and to support all business development and other efforts on behalf of ProSidian Consulting. CORE COMPETENCIES Teamwork - ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader Leadership - ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives Business Acumen - understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people Communication - ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing Motivation - persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions Agility - ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams Judgment - exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications Organization - ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks ------------ ------------ ------------ OTHER REQUIREMENTS Business Tools - understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary. Business Tools - understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary. Commitment - to work with smart, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve the biggest challenges across private, public and social sectors Curiosity - the ideal candidate exhibits an inquisitive nature and the ability to question the status quo among a community of people they enjoy and teams that work well together Humility - exhibits grace in success and failure while doing meaningful work where skills have impact and make a difference Willingness - to constantly learn, share, and grow and to view the world as their classroom ------------ ------------ ------------ BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS ProSidian Employee Benefits and Highlights: Your good health and well-being are important to ProSidian Consulting. At ProSidian, we invest in our employees to help them stay healthy and achieve work-life balance. That's why we are also pleased to offer the Employee Benefits Program, designed to promote your health and personal welfare. Our growing list of benefits currently include the following for Full Time Employees: Competitive Compensation: Pay range begins in the competitive ranges with Group Health Benefits, Pre-tax Employee Benefits, and Performance Incentives. For medical and dental benefits, the Company contributes a fixed dollar amount each month towards the plan you elect. Contributions are deducted on a Pre-tax basis. Group Medical Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian partners with BC/BS, to offer a range of medical plans, including high-deductible health plans or PPOs. ||| Group Dental Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian dental carriers - Delta, Aetna, Guardian, and MetLife. Group Vision Health Insurance Benefits:ProSidian offers high/low vision plans through 2 carriers: Aetna and VSP. 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans help you save for your retirement for eligible employees. A range of investment options are available with a personal financial planner to assist you. The Plan is a pre-tax Safe Harbor 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. Vacation and Paid Time-Off (PTO) Benefits: Eligible employees use PTO for vacation, a doctor's appointment, or any number of events in your life. Currently these benefits include Vacation/Sick days - 2 weeks/3 days | Holidays - 10 ProSidian and Government Days are given. Pre-Tax Payment Programs: Pre-Tax Payment Programs currently exist in the form of a Premium Only Plan (POP). These Plans offer a full Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan and a tax benefit for eligible employees. Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans: We want you to achieve financial success. We offer a Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plan through The Corporate Perks Benefit Program. This provides special discounts for eligible employees on products and services you buy on a daily basis. Security Clearance: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements there are Security Clearance requirements for Engagement Teams handling sensitive Engagements in the Federal Marketplace. A Security Clearance is a valued asset in your professional portfolio and adds to your credentials. ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program: ProSidian Consulting will pay up to 5k for all referrals employed for 90 days for candidates submitted through our Referral Program. Performance Incentives: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements there are performance incentives associated with each new client that each employee works to pursue and support. Flexible Spending Account: FSAs help you pay for eligible out-of-pocket health care and dependent day care expenses on a pre-tax basis. You determine your projected expenses for the Plan Year and then elect to set aside a portion of each paycheck into your FSA. Supplemental Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance: If you want extra protection for yourself and your eligible dependents, you have the option to elect supplemental life insurance. D&D covers death or dismemberment from an accident only. Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance: Disability insurance plans are designed to provide income protection while you recover from a disability. ----------- ------------ ------------ ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - See Below Instructions On The Best Way To Apply ProSidian Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. ProSidian Consulting has made a pledge to the Hiring Our Heroes Program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and the “I Hire Military” Initiative of The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) for the State of North Carolina. All applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of Veteran Status. Furthermore, we believe in "HONOR ABOVE ALL" - be successful while doing things the right way. The pride comes out of the challenge; the reward is excellence in the work. FOR EASY APPLICATION USE OUR CAREER SITE LOCATED ON http://*****************/ OR SEND YOUR RESUME'S, BIOS, AND SALARY EXPECTATION / RATES TO ***********************. ONLY CANDIDATES WITH REQUIRED CRITERIA ARE CONSIDERED. Be sure to place the job reference code in the subject line of your email. Be sure to include your name, address, telephone number, total compensation package, employment history, and educational credentials.

TITLE: Family Support Specialist I REPORT TO: Senior Project Manager BACKGROUND: For nearly 40 years, Urban Strategies, Inc. has assisted residents and community stakeholders to design and implement a wide range of transformative projects in distressed U.S. communities. Our goal is to ensure that our all of families are stable and thriving. JOB SUMMARY: Family Support Specialist provides support to a defined community or housing development as both a social service specialist and community organizer. The Specialist will work with residents on an individual basis, as needed, to mitigate risks of housing instability. The Specialist will also develop programs with residents and other community service providers to address community concerns and opportunities. Direct Service Delivery Responsibilities Develop effective partnerships with organizations that address community identified needs (including, but not limited to, after school programs, health fairs, job training, on- site classes) Develop and coordinate programs as applicable that address the community identified needs Develop and maintain relationships with community stakeholders and service organizations Work directly with residents when specific intervention is required to include conducting assessments, developing IDPs and FDPs, connection to services, and conducting quarterly check-ins for those with identified goals. Identify resident needs and locate community resources that may address these needs Collaborate with the management company and resident leadership body on neighborhood safety initiatives and meetings Grant writing for programs at the local site. Maintain records and document resident need, progress, and continual outcomes Document work with residents in LEARN Document onsite programming outputs in LEARN QUALIFICATIONS: Education and/or experience required: Associates Degree or related experience Commitment to strengths-based and family-focused service planning; ability to understand program philosophies and place-based approach Ability and commitment to handle privileged information in a professional and confidential manner Ability to function as a team player in both internal and external relationships Availability to attend evening and weekend functions as required Possession of a valid driver's license and availability of automobile for work use Strong verbal and written communication skills Must be proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel Skills and/or competencies required: Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Strong organizational, planning and time management skills. A strong sense of and respect for confidentiality involving both participants and fellow employees. Must excel in fast-paced environment Ability to work in a variety of settings with culturally-diverse persons and communities with the ability to be culturally sensitive and appropriate. The ability to work independently and with initiative, combined with skills for thriving in a team environment to achieve shared goals. Computer proficiency in MS Office Suite (Advanced MS Excel), other commonly used software. Urban Strategies, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Assessment specialist will design and implement evaluation strategies to help the organization understand those areas of success and those areas of improvement that need to be addressed. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here. Member Duties : Develop and Implement Assessment Initiatives. Conduct research to identify areas of success and areas of improvement. Develop and execute assessment strategies to increase awareness of those areas of success and improvement by preparing reports based on the data collected. Recruit Community Volunteers to create an assessment Team. Engage with potential volunteers through outreach events, social media campaigns, and community presentations. In collaboration with Community Outreach and Engagement VISTA and the Volunteers manager of the organization, coordinate volunteer orientations and workshops to ensure volunteers are properly onboarded and integrated into TPMG's activities.. Present a report with data analysis. Program Benefits : Childcare assistance if eligible , Health Coverage* , Relocation Allowance , Stipend , Living Allowance , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Training . Terms : Permits attendance at school during off hours , Uniforms provided and required , Permits working at another job during off hours . Service Areas : Community Outreach , Housing , Technology , Disaster Relief , Neighborhood Revitalization . Skills : Social Services , Writing/Editing , Team Work , Community Organization , Non-Profit Management , Recruitment , Public Speaking , Computers/Technology , Conflict Resolution , Leadership , General Skills , Disaster Services , Law .

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Work as a member of a team whose primary role is to engage all families to partner with us to promote children's healthy development and school readiness. Use knowledge of the principles of family engagement to support families in their roles as their child's primary educator, encourages parent/child interactions that promote children's school readiness and healthy development, and enhances family well-being. Provide more intensive and targeted support to vulnerable families and families of children with chronic health conditions and special needs in order to ensure that our engagement strategies meet their specialized needs. TASKS AND ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Engage families as partners in their children's healthy development and school readiness. 2. Participate in outreach, recruitment and attendance follow up activities to engage families in our program and to motivate their active participation 3. Engage families in the Family Engagement Contract process in order to build relationships and shared accountability for promoting children's development. 4. Individualize family engagement and relationship-building to be appropriate to families' cultural context, as well as respectful of family circumstances. 5. Engage families in individualized, in-home and group experiences to enhance parent/child interactions that research shows fosters school readiness through consistent family routines, positive guidance and discipline, experience rich home environments and literacy activities. 6. Utilize in-classroom time and home visits to build deeper understanding of the relationship between children's development and their home environments; as well as to model and coach families in a positive parent/child interaction. 7. Implement a research based Family Curriculum, (Shine On, Families) that extends our classroom curriculum into the family's home, modeling high quality adult- child interactions teachers use in their classrooms for families. Focus on coordination and collaboration with education. 8. Engage in a process of collaborative partnership building with families of children receiving center-based (Early) Head Start services. 9. Family Partnership Process: Utilize family self-assessment information to assist families with self-identified goals to enhance self-sufficiency in areas such as education, employment, housing, and access to community resources. 10. Provide more intensive weekly face to face or phone contact with vulnerable families on caseload as identified through their self-assessment or family interactions/communication. 11. Assure that families receive immediate support during times of crisis, and assist with referrals to community based resources to meet counseling, treatment, entitlement or other needs. 12. Identify and access services and resources responsive to family interests and goals and follow-up with parents to ensure that services met their expectations and needs. 13. Analyze self-sufficiency data and utilize data/results to plan and coordinate a variety of parent cohort groups that allow families to support one another to achieve self-sufficiency goals. 14. Coordinate or refer families to opportunities for continuing education, employment training and other employment services through formal or informal networking in the community. 15. Foster a sense of community and sense of belonging among families in order to strengthen social capital. 16. Conduct group and center-based workshops and activities designed to build social capital and create a welcoming program community committed to family engagement in children's learning and development. 17. Cultivate family leadership and support their advocacy efforts through participation in program governance bodies such as Policy Council, as well as neighborhood and community based advisory groups. 18. Work in conjunction with center staff and families to plan and conduct a wide variety of family engagement activities that provide opportunities for families to support one another, including, but not limited to the following: a. Conduct activities, and campaigns that promote children's school readiness. b. Self-Sufficiency Sector Groups. c. Monthly Family Engagement Network Meetings (parent meetings). 19. Build relationships that will enhance communication and collaboration among internal and external stakeholders. 20. Work side by side with health, early learning and disabilities and other members of the family engagement team to support families to be fully engaged in all aspects of our program 21. Inform regarding children with allergies, chronic health conditions, or special needs to e that medical documentation is received and case conferences occur prior to entry. 22. Establish regular coordination and communication with Health, Nutrition and Disabilities team members in order to provide more intensive support to families of children with chronic health conditions and special needs, including targeted goal setting, and assistance with building family advocacy skills to navigate community systems of care for their children 23. Work in coordination with Health and Nutrition team members to ensure that a determination of a medical and dental home and insurance is made within 30 days of a child entering the program and a determination of the child's EPSDT status is made within 90 days of a child entering a program. 24. Develop strategies with parents to ensure that all children on caseload are up to date on EPSDT requirements, including receiving timely evaluation and treatment for identified concerns. 25. Develop effective communication and collaborative strategies with teaching teams to encourage family engagement in home learning activities, including individualizing activities based upon family interests and children's developmental status. 26. Establish and maintain working relationships with community partners to strengthen access to resources and training identified as priority goal areas by families. 27. Ensure timely follow up on program inquiries and maintain an updated tracking system of potential enrollees. 28. Assist Family Engagement and /or ERSEA leadership and participate in scheduling, planning and coordinating recruitment activities through the year. 29. Ensure the eligibility, selection, and enrollment processes adheres to Head Start Performance Standards and program/Shine Early Learning ISP/PP. 30. Per interview with family, determine the eligibility of children/families, ensuring that all family documentation is accurate and complete. 31. Review application and eligibility documents received and work directly with families to ensure that all necessary enrollment/intake forms are completed and obtained in a timely manner for all children/families assigned to their center(s). 32. Work with the Family Engagement Coordinator/ERSEA Lead to maintain an up to date and accurate wait list and enroll children/ families based on selection criteria to fill vacancies as they occur 33. If applicable; determine family eligibility for extended day services and assist families with completing child care subsidy applications. 34. Monitor and follow up of children on caseload with daily calls to children that are absent from the program. 35. Per program: provide clerical support in attendance entry. 36. Develop attendance goals with families whose child is experiencing chronic absenteeism. 37. Maintain accurate electronic and hard copy records and case notes to support positive child and family outcomes. Ensure that all ERSEA (Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment and Attendance) information is accurately captured and documented in electronic and hard copy records. 38. Document efforts to assist families to identify their strengths, needs and self sufficiency goals through completion of Family Self Assessment, Family Partnership Agreement, and case notes. 39. Record, monitor and follow up on referrals for support services for reporting requirements. 40. Submit reports as needed and requested, such as monthly summary tracking reports, etc. 41. Ensure that all PIR data is up to date in data system per caseload 42. Performs any and all other duties as assigned. EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED: ●Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, or a related field preferred, BA in another field with a commitment to complete Family Services/Certificate/Credential within 18 months of hire. We will also consider candidates with a High School Diploma with 3 years experience working in the community with families and a completed Family Development Certificate or Credential ●Bring support to San Lorenzo & San Juan Familys with Participants that receive comprehensive prenatal education addressing all stages of pregnancy.” ● Experience, training, and skills with assisting the parents of young children to advocate for their families ● Experience working in low-income diverse communities preferred ● Physical exam and background checks are required for this position. ● Must have reliable personal transportation as travel from site to site is required. ● Travel required locally or long-distance up to 10% of the time for work-related meetings and functions. ● Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation. ● A passion for achieving positive child and family outcomes through high-quality family engagement ● Ability to interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds. ● Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. ● Demonstrated computer literacy skills, using MS Office applications and other basic data systems including internet navigation. ● Must be honest, dependable and able to meet deadlines. ● Self-motivated and able to work independently. DISCLAIMER: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Program Facilitation and Support. Assist in coordinating and supporting adult education workshops and programs, including setup, materials, and follow-up with participants to ensure engagement and satisfaction. Client Assistance at ABC and MWBC. Serve as an initial point of contact for visitors at the Aguadilla Business Center and support inquiries at the MWBC when needed. Provide guidance to visitors interested in starting a business or expanding existing ventures by connecting them with appropriate resources. Resource Coordination. Assist entrepreneurs with access to materials, tools, and training sessions that support their development in business fundamentals, financial literacy, and other entrepreneurial skills. Operational Support. Manage daily operational tasks at the ABC, such as scheduling spaces, maintaining supplies, and providing logistical support to ensure smooth center functionality.Team Collaboration. Work closely with the ABC and MWBC teams to align on goals, share resources, and ensure seamless support across centers. Provide occasional support for events and workshops hosted by MWBC. Event Coordination Support.Help organize and deliver business fairs, networking events, and other community engagement opportunities to strengthen business networks in the Aguadilla area. Record keeping and Reporting. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here. Member Duties : Program Facilitation and Support. Client Assistance at ABC and MWBC. Serve as an initial point of contact for visitors at the Aguadilla Business Center and support inquiries at the MWBC when needed. Facilitation and Support. Assist in coordinating and supporting adult education workshops and events. Operational Support.Manage daily operational tasks at the ABC, such as scheduling spaces, maintaining supplies, and providing support.Program Facilitation and Support: Assist in coordinating and supporting adult education workshops and programs. Resource Coordination. Assist entrepreneurs with access to materials, tools, and training sessions that support their development in business fundamentals. Operational Support. Manage daily operational tasks at the ABC. Provide occasional support for events and workshops hosted by MWBC. Event Coordination Support. Help organize and deliver business fairs, networking events. Record Keeping and Reporting. Program Benefits : Living Allowance , bonus at completion . Terms : Car recommended . Service Areas : Entrepreneur/Business , Community and Economic Development . Skills : Business/Entrepreneur , Community Organization , business counseling , Communications .

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Work as a member of a team whose primary role is to engage all families to partner with us to promote children's healthy development and school readiness. Use knowledge of the principles of family engagement to support families in their roles as their child's primary educator, encourages parent/child interactions that promote children's school readiness and healthy development, and enhances family well-being. Provide more intensive and targeted support to vulnerable families and families of children with chronic health conditions and special needs in order to ensure that our engagement strategies meet their specialized needs. TASKS AND ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Engage families as partners in their children's healthy development and school readiness. 2. Participate in outreach, recruitment and attendance follow up activities to engage families in our program and to motivate their active participation 3. Engage families in the Family Engagement Contract process in order to build relationships and shared accountability for promoting children's development. 4. Individualize family engagement and relationship-building to be appropriate to families' cultural context, as well as respectful of family circumstances. 5. Engage families in individualized, in-home and group experiences to enhance parent/child interactions that research shows fosters school readiness through consistent family routines, positive guidance and discipline, experience rich home environments and literacy activities. 6. Utilize in-classroom time and home visits to build deeper understanding of the relationship between children's development and their home environments; as well as to model and coach families in a positive parent/child interaction. 7. Implement a research based Family Curriculum, (Shine On, Families) that extends our classroom curriculum into the family's home, modeling high quality adult- child interactions teachers use in their classrooms for families. Focus on coordination and collaboration with education. 8. Engage in a process of collaborative partnership building with families of children receiving center-based (Early) Head Start services. 9. Family Partnership Process: Utilize family self-assessment information to assist families with self-identified goals to enhance self-sufficiency in areas such as education, employment, housing, and access to community resources. 10. Provide more intensive weekly face to face or phone contact with vulnerable families on caseload as identified through their self-assessment or family interactions/communication. 11. Assure that families receive immediate support during times of crisis, and assist with referrals to community based resources to meet counseling, treatment, entitlement or other needs. 12. Identify and access services and resources responsive to family interests and goals and follow-up with parents to ensure that services met their expectations and needs. 13. Analyze self-sufficiency data and utilize data/results to plan and coordinate a variety of parent cohort groups that allow families to support one another to achieve self-sufficiency goals. 14. Coordinate or refer families to opportunities for continuing education, employment training and other employment services through formal or informal networking in the community. 15. Foster a sense of community and sense of belonging among families in order to strengthen social capital. 16. Conduct group and center-based workshops and activities designed to build social capital and create a welcoming program community committed to family engagement in children's learning and development. 17. Cultivate family leadership and support their advocacy efforts through participation in program governance bodies such as Policy Council, as well as neighborhood and community based advisory groups. 18. Work in conjunction with center staff and families to plan and conduct a wide variety of family engagement activities that provide opportunities for families to support one another, including, but not limited to the following: a. Conduct activities, and campaigns that promote children's school readiness. b. Self-Sufficiency Sector Groups. c. Monthly Family Engagement Network Meetings (parent meetings). 19. Build relationships that will enhance communication and collaboration among internal and external stakeholders. 20. Work side by side with health, early learning and disabilities and other members of the family engagement team to support families to be fully engaged in all aspects of our program 21. Inform regarding children with allergies, chronic health conditions, or special needs to e that medical documentation is received and case conferences occur prior to entry. 22. Establish regular coordination and communication with Health, Nutrition and Disabilities team members in order to provide more intensive support to families of children with chronic health conditions and special needs, including targeted goal setting, and assistance with building family advocacy skills to navigate community systems of care for their children 23. Work in coordination with Health and Nutrition team members to ensure that a determination of a medical and dental home and insurance is made within 30 days of a child entering the program and a determination of the child's EPSDT status is made within 90 days of a child entering a program. 24. Develop strategies with parents to ensure that all children on caseload are up to date on EPSDT requirements, including receiving timely evaluation and treatment for identified concerns. 25. Develop effective communication and collaborative strategies with teaching teams to encourage family engagement in home learning activities, including individualizing activities based upon family interests and children's developmental status. 26. Establish and maintain working relationships with community partners to strengthen access to resources and training identified as priority goal areas by families. 27. Ensure timely follow up on program inquiries and maintain an updated tracking system of potential enrollees. 28. Assist Family Engagement and /or ERSEA leadership and participate in scheduling, planning and coordinating recruitment activities through the year. 29. Ensure the eligibility, selection, and enrollment processes adheres to Head Start Performance Standards and program/Shine Early Learning ISP/PP. 30. Per interview with family, determine the eligibility of children/families, ensuring that all family documentation is accurate and complete. 31. Review application and eligibility documents received and work directly with families to ensure that all necessary enrollment/intake forms are completed and obtained in a timely manner for all children/families assigned to their center(s). 32. Work with the Family Engagement Coordinator/ERSEA Lead to maintain an up to date and accurate wait list and enroll children/ families based on selection criteria to fill vacancies as they occur 33. If applicable; determine family eligibility for extended day services and assist families with completing child care subsidy applications. 34. Monitor and follow up of children on caseload with daily calls to children that are absent from the program. 35. Per program: provide clerical support in attendance entry. 36. Develop attendance goals with families whose child is experiencing chronic absenteeism. 37. Maintain accurate electronic and hard copy records and case notes to support positive child and family outcomes. Ensure that all ERSEA (Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment and Attendance) information is accurately captured and documented in electronic and hard copy records. 38. Document efforts to assist families to identify their strengths, needs and self sufficiency goals through completion of Family Self Assessment, Family Partnership Agreement, and case notes. 39. Record, monitor and follow up on referrals for support services for reporting requirements. 40. Submit reports as needed and requested, such as monthly summary tracking reports, etc. 41. Ensure that all PIR data is up to date in data system per caseload 42. Performs any and all other duties as assigned. EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED: ●Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, or a related field preferred, BA in another field with a commitment to complete Family Services/Certificate/Credential within 18 months of hire. We will also consider candidates with a High School Diploma with 3 years experience working in the community with families and a completed Family Development Certificate or Credential ●Bring support to San Lorenzo & San Juan Familys with Participants that receive comprehensive prenatal education addressing all stages of pregnancy.” ● Experience, training, and skills with assisting the parents of young children to advocate for their families ● Experience working in low-income diverse communities preferred ● Physical exam and background checks are required for this position. ● Must have reliable personal transportation as travel from site to site is required. ● Travel required locally or long-distance up to 10% of the time for work-related meetings and functions. ● Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation. ● A passion for achieving positive child and family outcomes through high-quality family engagement ● Ability to interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds. ● Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. ● Demonstrated computer literacy skills, using MS Office applications and other basic data systems including internet navigation. ● Must be honest, dependable and able to meet deadlines. ● Self-motivated and able to work independently. DISCLAIMER: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

TITLE: Family Support Specialist REPORT TO: Assistant Project Manager STATUS: Full Time BACKGROUND: For nearly 40 years, Urban Strategies, Inc. has assisted residents and community stakeholders to design and implement a wide range of transformative projects in distressed U.S. communities. Our goal is to ensure that all of our families are stable and thriving. JOB SUMMARY: Family Support Specialist (FSS) provides support to a defined community or housing development as both a social service specialist and community organizer. The Specialist will work with residents on an individual basis, as needed, to mitigate risks of housing instability. The Specialist will also develop programs with residents and other community service providers to address community concerns and opportunities. Direct Service Delivery Responsibilities: Develop effective partnerships with organizations that address community identified needs (including, but not limited to, after school programs, health fairs, job training, on- site classes) Develop and coordinate programs as applicable that address the community identified needs Develop and maintain relationships with community stakeholders and service organizations Work directly with residents when specific intervention is required to include conducting assessments, creating Development Plans, connection to services, and conducting quarterly check-ins for those with identified goals. Identify resident needs and locate community resources that may address these needs Collaborate with the management company and resident leadership body on neighborhood safety initiatives and meetings Grant writing for programs at the local site. Maintain records and document resident need, progress, and continual outcomes Document work with residents in LEARN Document onsite programming outputs in LEARN Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: Education and/or experience required: Associates Degree or related experience Commitment to strengths-based and family-focused service planning; ability to understand program philosophies and place-based approach Ability and commitment to handle privileged information in a professional and confidential manner Ability to function as a team player in both internal and external relationships Availability to attend evening and weekend functions as required Possession of a valid driver's license and availability of automobile for work use Strong verbal and written communication skills Must be proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel Skills and/or competencies required: Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Strong organizational, planning and time management skills. A strong sense of and respect for confidentiality involving both participants and fellow employees. Must excel in fast-paced environment Ability to work in a variety of settings with culturally-diverse persons and communities with the ability to be culturally sensitive and appropriate. The ability to work independently and with initiative, combined with skills for thriving in a team environment to achieve shared goals. Computer proficiency in MS Office Suite (Advanced MS Excel), other commonly used software.