2025 - 2026 Head Start Family Support Specialist at Lubbock Independent School District

Qualifications:

• Preferred:  Bachelor’s degree in social work or equivalent.  Minimum: High school diploma with a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling or related field.  If applicant does not have an acceptable credential or certification, it must be obtained within 18 months from hire date.
• Skills in public and human relations
• Public speaking skills
• Community resources knowledge
• Ability to deal with pre-school children, parents, school officials, and the public
• General office skills
• Computer knowledge
• Typing rate of 35 w.p.m.

Job Goal:

Major Duties:

• Act as an advocate, a supporter of the children and families enrolled in the program, both within the center and the larger community
• Assist in completing any and all types of records as required by the Head Start Performance Standards
• Assist in establishing any and all training sessions for staff, parents and students as required by the Head Start Performance Standards
• Attend any and all training sessions for staff, parents and students as required by the Head Start Performance Standards
• Assist students, families, and staff in becoming knowledgeable of community resources
• Assist in securing Head Start service oriented appointments for students, parents and staff
• Assist in establishing and training any and all committees as required by Head Start Performance Standards
• Assist with the recruitment and enrollment process for students and families
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Start Director

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to work in variable environmental conditions, travel by car, van, bus, or plane, work alone or with others in a positive and productive manner
• Maintain emotional control, and understand and maintain confidentiality

Appraisal: