{"id":342,"date":"2013-12-11T22:54:14","date_gmt":"2013-12-11T22:54:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/byuinternships.org\/?p=342"},"modified":"2013-12-12T18:19:32","modified_gmt":"2013-12-12T18:19:32","slug":"parent-involvement-specialist-intern-for-early-head-start-spanish-language-preferred","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/byuinternships.org\/?p=342","title":{"rendered":"Parent Involvement Specialist Intern for Early Head Start (Spanish language preferred)"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\nKIDS ON THE MOVE<\/strong> has a great opportunity to work with families with special needs kids. This specific internship is working with parents to improve their interaction and involvement with their kids. It provides a wide range of opportunity to develop new skills.<\/p>\n

Job Description:\u00a0 Parent Involvement Specialist<\/b> Intern for Early Head Start<\/b><\/p>\n

Qualifications<\/b>: \u00a0Training and experience in fields related to social, human, or family services or in non-profit management.\u00a0 Preferred: \u00a0Bachelors Degree or in process of accomplishing degree.\u00a0 An understanding of family systems, family service work, and community service systems. \u00a0\u00a0Must have good computer skills (Publisher, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) and very good organizational skills; ability to partner with community members, staff and parents, build skills in others through effective delegation, and act as a supportive team member. Have the ability to communicate effectively, maintain confidentiality and a positive attitude, and act consistent with a belief in the dignity and respect of all people are keys to success in this position.\u00a0 Spanish language ability is preferred.<\/b><\/p>\n

Must provide own reliable transportation.\u00a0 Valid driver\u2019s license and verification of car insurance.\u00a0 Ability to become certified in CPR, First aid, and Food Handlers (at KOTM expense).\u00a0 Have proof of current immunization, including TB. Willing to work variable hours, including some evenings and occasional Saturdays.<\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/b>Responsibilities: <\/b>Supports the EHS Parent Involvement Specialist through planning and promoting Parent and Male Involvement in all aspects of Early Head Start. Provides support to the Parent Committee Officers.<\/p>\n

Responsibilities include:\u00a0<\/b>Assist in Parent Involvement efforts including Parent Committee planning and activities and Father\/Male Involvement efforts, making sure Performance Standards are met for this program area.<\/p>\n