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Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) — a world-renowned education and poverty-fighting organization based in New York — seeks an enthusiastic, dedicated, and mission-aligned Family Worker for our Baby College & 3-Year-Old Journey Program.

The Family Worker will bring a passion for the mission of Harlem Children’s Zone: break the cycle of intergenerational poverty with comprehensive, on-the-ground programming that builds up opportunities for children and families to thrive in school, work, and life.

The Baby College, which is a critical piece of our early intervention work, is a program that addresses the needs of young children and families through a nine-week series of parenting workshops for expecting parents and those raising a child up to three years old. Workshops and classes are held on Saturday mornings, and all services are free. Families receive breakfast, lunch, incentives, and child care during the nine-week program, which covers a broad range of subjects, including brain development, discipline, immunization, safety, asthma, lead poisoning, parental stress, and parent-child bonding, among many others. The primary goal of The Baby College is to provide families with both a range of information and the support necessary to raise happy and healthy children who enter school ready to learn.

We are seeking a Family Worker to provide direct counseling, assistance, and support to our children and families.

For more information, check out Want to Work at Harlem Children’s Zone? Here’s 7 Things You Need to Know.

Bachelor’s degree with relevant work experience

Who you are

Some knowledge of child welfare and ACS (Administration for Children’s Services)
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Willing and able to work hours based on the needs of clients; Saturdays are a must
Expertise knowledge of the Harlem community and locations where parents are connected
Demonstrate sensitivity, tact, and professionalism in dealing with others
Passion for children and families and a strong connection to the community
Must be comfortable working outside of the office in the Harlem community
Bilingual a plus (English/French, or English/Spanish)
CPR/AED certification is a huge plus

What you’ll do

Provide supportive casework counseling to up to 12 families through weekly home visits, which include conducting parenting workshops/lessons, and office-based assessments
Facilitate and provide instruction on early childhood care to a parental group
Execute lesson plans explaining best parenting strategies and practices
Administer the use of developmental and social-emotional screening tools for children
Utilize the Touchpoint philosophy and other early childhood parenting techniques
Monitor and evaluate children’s overall development and make appropriate referrals for support (internally and externally) when needed
Participate in weekly supervision with the Family Service Coordinator
Connect families to various community-based and governmental resources and escort them to appointments as needed
Ensure the timely and accurate completion and submission of all case notes and other required documentation
Participate in all agency functions and project activities
Recruit families between cycles to ensure maximum levels of program participation
Performs other duties as assigned

Schedule

Must be available to work Tuesday – Saturday 10 AM - 6 PM

As a member of the Harlem Children's Zone team, you will join a supportive and inclusive community dedicated to helping children, families — and our staff — thrive. We offer highly competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth.

Our exceptional full-time benefits include:

Highly competitive base salaries
Paid time off
Employee referral bonus
Career advancement
No-cost health insurance
Life Insurance
Short-and long-term disability
Additional voluntary benefits
Wellness discounts
Commuter benefits
Financial wellness perks
Additional Benefits (Discounts on flights, hotels, theme parks, concert tickets, and more.)

The salary range for this position is $42,000 - $45,000 per year. To be considered, interested applicants should apply directly through the posting on our careers page. No telephone inquiries or recruiters, please. Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants. Harlem Children’s Zone is an EOE.

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What You Should Know About Family Worker, Harlem Children's Zone

Join the Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) as a Family Worker and become a vital part of our mission to break the cycle of intergenerational poverty. In this role, you'll engage with families through our Baby College & 3-Year-Old Journey Program, which offers essential parenting workshops to expecting parents and those raising children up to three. With Saturday mornings dedicated to meaningful interactions, you'll help families explore vital topics such as brain development, safety, and parental stress while providing breakfast, lunch, and child care—completely free of charge! As a Family Worker at HCZ, you'll provide personalized counseling and support to up to 12 families, conducting home visits and facilitating workshops that empower parents with knowledge and skills. Your passion for community health will shine through as you connect families to resources, administer developmental screenings, and nurture parent-child bonding. With your expertise in child welfare and excellent communication skills, you will play a significant role in ensuring our children are ready to learn and thrive. Your work will directly influence the well-being of families and foster a supportive environment, all while being part of a nurturing organizational culture that values growth and collaboration. If you are excited about making a meaningful impact and possess a Bachelor's degree along with relevant experience, let’s talk about how you can help children and families in our community.

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What are the responsibilities of a Family Worker at Harlem Children’s Zone?

In this role, you will facilitate workshops on early childhood care, monitor children's development, and ensure accurate documentation of all case notes. Additionally, you will help recruit families to maximize program participation, ensuring each family receives the adequate support they need.