About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Early Childhood Education (Non-profit).

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Position Overview

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Family Service Worker to support families participating in early childhood education programs. This role focuses on case-management-style family support, enrollment assistance for Early Head Start / Head Start programs, advocacy, and connecting families with community resources. This position is full-time based in Benton, AR.

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What You’ll Do

• Support parents as they identify and meet family goals and support child development in the context of each family’s culture.
• Assist families with enrollment and eligibility processes for Early Head Start / Head Start services.
• Provide case management and referrals to community resources (healthcare, housing, nutrition, education, etc.).
• Maintain accurate case notes, documentation and required reporting in a timely manner.
• Build trusting relationships with families and collaborate with center staff to coordinate services.
• Conduct outreach, follow-up phone calls, and in-person contacts (as needed) to support engagement.
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and program planning to improve family outcomes.

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Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in social services, human services, early childhood, or a related field preferred (with relevant experience).
• Candidates must obtain, within 18 months of hire, a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling or a related field; training is provided by the confidential client.

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Qualifications

• Must have a working telephone or cell phone.
• Valid driver’s license and minimum liability auto insurance required.
• General computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, or similar tools.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to show empathy, maintain confidentiality, and work respectfully with diverse families and communities.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated annual pay: $30,738 (per posted estimate).
• Full-time schedule with weekends off.
• Paid training and benefits package that may include health, vision, dental, life insurance, and more.
• Generous paid time off (posting notes 33 paid days off in the first year).
• Opportunities for professional development and credential support.

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Why Join

This role is a meaningful opportunity to make a direct impact on children and families in your community through early childhood education and family support programs. If you want to help families access services, support early learning outcomes, and grow professionally in a mission-driven environment, this role may be a great fit.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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