Family Engagement Expert for Head Start Training and Technical Assistance
1 week ago
We are a management consulting firm dedicated to tackling complex social problems through data-driven solutions, equity-centered approaches, and program management.
Our team believes that collaboration is key to solving complex issues, which is why we employ a multidisciplinary approach that combines domain expertise, research, evaluation, technology, organizational development, and a passion for positive change.
To learn more about our values of Ubuntu and mission to harness the power of diversity, insights, and innovation to transform lives, accelerate equity, and create lasting change, please visit our website.
The RoleThe Family Engagement Specialist will be part of the Office of Head Start Training and Technical Assistance (TTA) team working with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) and the Office of Head Start (OHS).
This role will support the OHS Region II Office located in New York, NY.
Key Responsibilities- Serve as a liaison between the OHS and the National Center responsible for parent, family and community engagement.
- Provide subject matter expertise, strategies, and resources to Regional Office and TTA staff on comprehensive parent, family, and community engagement, including strategies for engaging families.
- Serve as a member of a national peer group of Family Engagement Specialists from each of the twelve regions.
- Develop and implement strategies for connecting with grantee PFCE managers and/or coordinators in the Region.
- Aggregate, analyze, and disseminate regional and grantee data from existing government systems to identify emerging trends impacting Head Start grantees.
- Develop and provide presentations and training on topics related to family engagement.
- Provide training to groups of grantees at regional and state events, as directed by the Regional Office.
- Provide direct service to individual grantees, at the direction of the Regional Office.
- Support emerging OHS initiatives and priorities.
- Bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited university or college in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or a related field.
- Courses, conferences, seminar attendance, relevant work experience, and other events that demonstrate remaining current in the relevant field; required when the highest degree was awarded more than ten years ago.
- Minimum of 3 years' experience providing training and technical assistance to management teams and program staff related to parent, family, and community engagement.
- Experience working within programs and services for families with children birth to five.
- Experience analyzing data and helping programs make data-driven decisions related to providing services to families with young children.
- Experience in facilitating group discussions and presenting to a range of audiences.
- Experience working with diverse children, families, staff, and communities and training and facilitating groups of learners.
- Experience communicating, both when speaking and in writing, to various audiences.
Head Start is a nationwide comprehensive child development program serving pregnant women, eligible children from birth to five years old, and their families.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) and the Office of Head Start (OHS), provides grants to local public, private non-profit, and for-profit agencies to offer Head Start and Early Head Start services to economically disadvantaged families.
The Head Start Act mandates that a portion of these funds be dedicated to Training and Technical Assistance (TTA) activities, which are aimed at enhancing the capacity of local programs to address priority areas, including school readiness, staff training and development, and addressing any issues identified through federal monitoring.
The TTA system plays a crucial role in supporting program staff to deliver high-quality services that promote school readiness for children and strengthen their families.
About CompensationThe estimated salary for this role ranges from $65,000 to $105,000 per year, depending on relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.
BCT Partners offers a competitive total compensation package, including heavily subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage, a fully vested 401k plan with company match, company-paid life and disability insurance plans, paid family leave, and a plentiful paid time off policy.
As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse group of professionals who share our commitment to creating lasting change through data-driven solutions and equity-centered approaches.
We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity, respect, and open communication, where every employee feels valued and supported in their career goals.
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