10-month Family Engagement Worker - PreK Counts (Early Childhood Services)

About the role

The PreK Counts Family Engagement Worker works within the Office of Early Childhood Services at the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit. This full‑time position supports families and children ages 3‑5 by assessing participant needs, making referrals, providing follow‑up, assisting with parent involvement activities, and supporting the health/nutrition service area. The role is based in Montgomery County, PA, with classroom locations throughout the county; the specific site will be determined during the interview process.

Responsibilities

• Complete application and intake process with families; enter and maintain accurate child/family information in the program database.
• Perform case management and file maintenance for assigned students/centers, including medical/dental and family information records.
• Report all suspected child abuse to the Family and Community Partnerships Supervisor and/or Program Administrator.
• Maintain ongoing contact with families and contact them in a timely manner to complete Family Partnership Agreements.
• Conduct home visits with assigned families as needed.
• Follow‑up with families of children with attendance issues per program protocols.
• Maintain up‑to‑date information on all assigned families.
• Make appropriate referrals to community resources; refer to the Family and Community Partnerships Supervisor when necessary.
• Keep a running log of all family contacts and follow‑ups using the appropriate computer system.
• Assist with Parent Involvement activities and encourage parent participation.
• Assist with training sessions, workshops, and meetings for parents.
• Assist with Parent Orientation.
• Assist with Center Council organization and Center Officer Training.
• Assist with Policy Council organization using Federal Regulations concerning parent involvement as guidance.
• Notify parents of all Center Committee meetings in conjunction with classroom teacher(s).
• Attend parent meetings and workshops as required and document parent workshop attendance.
• Assist with end‑of‑year paperwork.
• Attend the Health Services Advisory Committee as a resource person.
• Communicate with Service Area Specialists concerning the needs of children and families (e.g., disabilities, health, nutrition).
• Maintain confidentiality.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; high school diploma or GED required.
• Bilingual/Spanish speaking preferred.
• Current PA Driver’s License and ability to provide own transportation.
• Prior experience and/or training in social services preferred.
• Ability to work with and relate to young children and families of diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain accurate and neat records.
• Current child abuse, criminal history, and FBI fingerprinting clearance within the past year.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, prescription, vision, and life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Participation in PSERS (Public School Employees’ Retirement System).
• Paid time off benefits.

Pay

Starting hourly rate: $23.00/hour for candidates with a High School Diploma or Associate’s Degree; $25.06/hour for candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 7 hours per day, 10 months per year (206 days/year).