Early Childhood Support Specialist

6 days ago


Great Lakes, Illinois, United States Start Early Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Early Childhood Support Specialist to join our team at Start Early. In this role, you will provide critical support to community-based agencies in Lake County, particularly the Beech Park and Waukegan areas.

As an Early Childhood Support Specialist, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining supportive relationships with pre- and post-natal women and their families by providing education, physical and emotional support during all trimesters, labor and postpartum.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in early childhood/family support or home visiting programs and possess strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children and their families.

Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain supportive strength-based, culturally critical relationships with pregnant women and their families.
  • Maintain a caseload up to 15 pregnant women providing regular doula visits and 24/7 availability for attending births.
  • Ensure compliance with EHS Services for Pregnant Women standards and Head Start Program Performance Standards.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in social work or related field with DONA certification.
  • Minimum one to three years of experience working in early childhood/family support or home visiting programs.
  • Bilingual Spanish required (must be able to read, write, and speak proficiently).
Salary and Benefits

Estimated salary range: $52,000 - $55,000 per year.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.



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