The mission of the Committee for Hispanic Children and Families (CHCF) is to bring a relentless focus on positive child and family outcomes to close the achievement gap and build a better future for children, families, and communities served by the Head Start program. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

·         Support the enrollment process of families including recruitment, registration, intake, family assessment, and ongoing support to families.

·         Work with families and affiliated CHCF Network providers to create individualized family plans in the provision of family and social support services.

·         Provide ongoing services to families needing additional support services (special education, mental health services, housing support, etc.)

·         Support families of children with special needs by attending case conferences and follow-up meetings.

·         Connect parents/caregivers to appropriate resources and make necessary referrals to community partners.

·         Develop relationships with community partners who provide mental health, special needs, and other support services for all affiliated providers and families.

·         Collaboratively create and update a Community Partner Resource Guide for all providers and families.

·         Coordinate monthly family engagement workshops, special events, and other activities with the CHCF FCC Network team to encourage and maintain family participation.

·         Document all family engagement conversations and sessions in a timely manner and align with the Early Childhood Framework for Quality (EFQ).