Head Start Pathway Specialist III

Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: The Prep Academy at South Lexington

• Lexington, KY, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $15.56Hourly, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Nonprofit
• Social Services, The position works independently on comprehensive case management activities for families in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards. The position advises and assists individuals and families with a variety of issues and/or challenges through the Family Partnership and Agreement Plan (FPAP). The Head Start Pathway Specialist creates, provides, and coordinates services and activities with families and communities that foster strength, healthy living, and overall well-being.

Qualifications

Pathway Specialist I: Bachelor's in family studies, child development, social work or a related field is required, plus one year of Early Childhood Studies (ECS) case management experience. Pathway Specialist II: Associate's degree in family studies, child development, social work or a related field is required, plus one year of ECS case management experience.

Pathway Specialist III: High school diploma or GED is required. Must obtain a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling or a related field within eighteen (18) months of hire.