Position Summary

The Family Engagement/ERSEA Coordinator is responsible for fostering positive and effective partnerships with families while supporting the success of children enrolled in the Head Start program. This position oversees home-based services, including in-home instruction and group socialization experiences for children and families. The Coordinator also manages critical ERSEA functions, including eligibility, recruitment, selection, enrollment, and attendance, while maintaining accurate records and reporting systems.

This position also provides supervisory oversight and support to assigned staff and is based in the Oklee, MN office.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain effective partnerships with parents and families.
• Oversee home-based services, including in-home instructional activities and group experiences.
• Manage application processing and eligibility determination.
• Coordinate recruitment, selection, and enrollment activities.
• Monitor and maintain attendance records and reporting requirements.
• Collect, enter, and manage program data and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Head Start program requirements and standards.
• Provide supervision, guidance, and support to assigned staff members.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare required reports.
  
  

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) in social services, human services, family services, counseling, or related degree.
• 1-year work experience in child development, education, health, nutrition, safety, family dynamics, supervisory preferred
• Have or complete within 18 months of employment a Family Service Credential certification

 
Full time, year-round position, starting $29.00 per hour. Applications must be received by Monday, November 23rd 2026.  Call 218-796-5144 x1020 for more information about the position.  

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