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Family Support & Housing Service Coordinator
The Family Center is looking for someone to join our amazing team! Work with families who are homeless or were homeless when they started the program. Provide one-on-one support and home visits to assist these families in building resilience and finding and retaining housing. The coordinator uses a trauma-informed approach and the Strengthening Families Protective Factors Framework to improve family health and wellbeing. They work with other team members and community partners to offer resources and referrals that help families develop life skills and improve their quality of life, especially for those with young children or expecting a baby.
Desired Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Human Services, Counseling or a related field. Experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis; Familiarity with housing/homelessness resources in Washington County; Knowledge of risk factors associated with domestic and sexual violence and their relationship to homelessness, as well as knowledge and experience working with issues of poverty and substance abuse; Experience working in home or community settings with families and children, home visiting experience preferred; Experience working with families with complex needs is preferred.
Knowledge of resources in the community along with ability to teach simple life skills, including budgeting, healthy eating, and personal safety skills; Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team; Ability to work with a wide range of people, including professionals and consumers, while maintaining an awareness of each family’s needs and strengths. Must be detailed oriented and able to maintain accurate records and have demonstrated commitment to a strengths-based intervention practice. Must display caring, respect, resilience, a willingness to adapt to change, and excellent interpersonal skills. Familiarity with regulations, laws, and procedures of the Vermont Agency of Human Services preferred. Must hold a valid Vermont driver’s license and the ability to pass any required background checks.
This 40 hour weekly position offers competitive wages, health and dental benefits, generous paid time off, professional development, planning time, paid vacation, sick and personal time, and retirement plan benefits.
Located in Montpelier, we are a member of the Parent Child Network of VT whose focus is support and education to families with young children through wraparound service delivery. The goal is to help all Vermont families get off to a healthy start, promote well-being, and build on family strengths. We’re a committed team of people where collaboration and mutual support are the norm.
Please email your resume, cover letter, and three references in care of Kathi Partlow, Housing & Community Development Manager, at [email protected]. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
For a complete job description, please click here: https://fcwcvt.org/wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/FSH-Family-Support-Housing-Service-Coordinator.pdf
Family Housing Navigation Case Manager
The Family Center is looking for someone to join our amazing team! Work with families to help homeless families find and keep stable housing. Assess needs, guide families through the housing process, and coordinate services. Use the Strengthening Families Protective Factors Framework to support family health and wellbeing. The case manager works with both their team and community partners to provide resources, referrals, and support to help families develop life skills and improve their quality of life, especially for those with young children or expecting a baby.
Desired Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Human Services, Counseling or a related field. Experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis; Familiarity with housing/homelessness resources in Washington County; Knowledge of risk factors associated with domestic and sexual violence and their relationship to homelessness, as well as knowledge and experience working with issues of poverty and substance abuse; Experience working in home or community settings with families and children, home visiting experience preferred; Experience working with families with complex needs is preferred.
Knowledge of resources in the community along with ability to teach simple life skills, including budgeting, healthy eating, and personal safety skills; Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team; Ability to work with a wide range of people, including professionals and consumers, while maintaining an awareness of each family’s needs and strengths. Must be detailed oriented and able to maintain accurate records and have demonstrated commitment to a strengths-based intervention practice. Must display caring, respect, resilience, a willingness to adapt to change, and excellent interpersonal skills. Familiarity with regulations, laws, and procedures of the Vermont Agency of Human Services preferred. Must hold a valid Vermont driver’s license and the ability to pass any required background checks.
This 40 hour weekly position offers competitive wages, health and dental benefits, generous paid time off, professional development, planning time, paid vacation, sick and personal time, and retirement plan benefits.
Located in Montpelier, we are a member of the Parent Child Network of VT whose focus is support and education to families with young children through wraparound service delivery. The goal is to help all Vermont families get off to a healthy start, promote well-being, and build on family strengths. We’re a committed team of people where collaboration and mutual support are the norm.
Please email your resume, cover letter, and three references in care of Kathi Partlow, Housing & Community Development Manager, at [email protected]. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
For a complete job description, please click here: ERAP – Family Housing Navigation Case Manager
Early Childhood Program Infant Teacher
Our well respected 5 Stars Early Education program is dedicated to providing high quality child care, interactive learning and memorable experiences. We are currently looking for a highly motivated infant teacher to inspire and be part of a friendly, vibrant and dynamic team environment. Floater teaching positions also available.
Desired Qualifications: Associate’s Degree in Early Education or Child Development, or a level 3 Certificate from Northern Lights is required. Twenty-one college credits related to Education/Child Development would also be accepted.
Benefits: This full-time, year-round position offers a diverse benefit package, including competitive wages, health and dental benefits, professional development, paid vacation, sick and personal time, and retirement plan benefits.
If you’re a highly skilled teacher who values play and nature based early learning, please email your resume, cover letter, and three references in care of Mattie Hallett at [email protected]. A full job description is available at ECP Teacher Job Description May 2019 .
Early Childhood Program Assistant Teacher
The Family Center of Washington County Early Childhood Program, a 5 STARS nonprofit early education program, is seeking nurturing, creative professionals dedicated to teaching young children. The ideal candidate will participate in all phases of planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate experiences for children ages birth to five years, including work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, and providing education and support services to children with a variety of different needs. The Family Center is a supportive, professional, collaborative work environment and offers a competitive salary. Temporary teaching positions also available.
Early Childhood Assistant Teacher candidates should have a Northern Lights Level I Certificate or Child Development Associate (CDA) required. Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Development or related field preferred. Minimum of one year experience teaching in an early childhood setting, including direct experience providing developmental or support services to children with disabilities or other needs and their families. Must pass a fingerprint and background check.
This position offers up to 40 hours weekly with competitive wages, health and dental benefits, generous paid time off, professional development, planning time, paid vacation, sick and personal time, and retirement plan benefits.
If you’re interested in the above position, please email your resume, cover letter, and three references in care of Mattie Hallett, Early Childhood Program Director, at: [email protected]. For a full job description, please click here: ECP Assistant Teacher Job Description May 2021 .
The Family Center of Washington County in Montpelier is a member of the Parent Child Network of VT whose focus is support and education to families with young children through wraparound service delivery. The goal is to help all Vermont families get off to a healthy start, promote well-being, and build on family strengths. We’re a committed team of people where collaboration and mutual support are the norm.
Part/Full Time Early Childhood Program “Floater” Teacher Position
The Family Center of Washington County’s 5 STARS Early Childhood Program is seeking a nurturing, hardworking, and flexible professional dedicated to working with young children. The ideal candidate will participate in classroom activities, help teachers with cleaning, organizing and planning, help prep snacks, cover lunch breaks, and be a support to all teachers and children. We offer a beautiful outdoor space and large gardens to children 0-5, with spacious classrooms, a gross-motor room, homemade food, playgroups, outreach programs, and so much more for our community! If you are wanting to work with young children, while also making a change, then our program is the place for you!
Desired Qualifications: A Northern Lights Level 1 certificate, an associate degree in early childhood education or child development, or experience working in a school/program setting or with young children. While these are desired qualifications, we are willing to train and guide the right person. The candidate must pass a fingerprint and background check and be CPR/First Aid certified upon starting.
If you’re interested in this part- or full-time position as the floating teacher, please email your resume with three references to Mattie Hallett, the Early Childhood Program Director, at [email protected].
The Family Center of Washington County in Montpelier is a member of the Parent Child Network of VT whose focus is support and education to families with young children through wrap-around service delivery. The goal is to help all Vermont families get off to a healthy start, promote well-being, and build on family strengths. We’re a committed team of people where collaboration and mutual support are the norm.
- Annual Vacation & Personal Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Sick Leave
- Paid Family Leave
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Group Life Insurance
- Section 125 Cafeteria Plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 403(b) Plan (with company discretionary contribution)
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
- Direct Deposit
- Professional Development
The Family Center of Washington County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider.