Family Services Specialist II

The Family Services Specialist II supports low-income families in and around San Francisco by evaluating and maintaining their eligibility to receive financial assistance to pay for childcare in any or all Subsidy programs at Children’s Council. The role involves providing tailored information around options for a quality early care experience depending on each family’s unique circumstances.

What You Will Do

Maintain ongoing and accurate up-to-date client records for the caseload of families receiving subsidized childcare services. Counsel families around the importance and benefits of quality childcare and early education experience for their children. Provide customized information on, and referrals to, other community resources and support services as appropriate.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate is passionate about early childhood development, social justice, family empowerment, and diversity. They have the ability to prioritize and multitask competently, and are punctual and able to keep a timely/ ongoing communication with parents and child-care providers.

Requirements

• Some knowledge of San Francisco community resources and Child Development Programs.
• Familiarity with procedures and programs administered by California Department of Education programs.
• Proficiency with using Microsoft Office Suite products.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals and community-based organizations.

Benefits

• Generous Medical coverage for staff, including paid medical plan deductibles, copays and out-of-pocket maximums.
• Dental, Vision, Chiropractic & Acupuncture, Life, LTD and AD&D coverage.
• Voluntary benefits that include Supplement Life, Accident, Critical Illness, and Pet Insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous employer match.
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account and Commuter Benefit programs.
• Generous paid time off package, including 14 paid holidays + a floating holiday for your Birthday.
• Ongoing training and professional development for all staff.
• Tuition Reimbursement.