Civil Service Posting #13-42
November 7, 2012
COMMUNITY WORKER (2 positions)-HEAD START (E. ST. LOUIS)
Description: This position has an assigned caseload in a designated center. Under supervision, this position is responsible for providing direct services to families based on problem identification; carries out recruitment and enrollment activities throughout the year; provides case management; makes home visits; keeps current and accurate records; assists families to identify needs and set goals; makes referrals; follow- ups; promotes parent involvement; obtains documents/ health requirements; obtains informed consent for services; schedules 10 weekly contacts with parents. The Community Worker should have knowledge of the community and the ability to communicate positively with families, children and other staff.
Minimum qualifications:
1. One year of experience (paid or unpaid) in work related to the job to be performed
Preferred qualifications:
1. Associate’s degree in social work or human services.
Starting salary: $1,819 per month
(NOTE: Some positions may be represented by a union and may require union dues.)
Application deadline: Review of applications to begin November 21, 2012; thereafter the 30th of each month until positions are filled.
Qualified applicants must submit a Civil Service application http://www.siue.edu/humanresources/forms/pdf/APPLICATION_FOR_CIVIL_SERVICE_EMPLOYMENT.doc (required), resume and unofficial transcripts (if applicable) to:
Alina Schmietz
SIUE – Head Start /Early Head Start Program
Bldg. C, Suite 103
601 James R. Thompson Blvd.
East St. Louis, IL 62201
Or submit applications electronically to: susmall@siue.edu
For more information please call the Office of Human Resources at 618-650-2190.
Applicants will be subject to a background check prior to an offer of employment.
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