This position is responsible for oversight and development of systems to develop and provide opportunities and support for growth of Head Start families so they can identify their own strengths, needs and interests and find their own solutions. Developing a parent and community volunteer program and being the lead on child abuse and neglect issues are also part of this positions responsibilities as is the area of transportation services. Developing relationships with community partners, to whom families can be referred for services, is a key function of this position. Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards desirable. Minimum requirement is an Associate’s Degree or higher in Social Work, Human Services, Family Studies or other human services related field plus experience working with young children and families. Full time, salary, DOE with benefits. For application and job description call 808 961-0570 from 8 to 3 or download: http://www.hawaiicoheadstart.org. Completed applications should be submitted to CDI Head Start Serving Hawaii County, HI, PO Box 1417, Hilo, Hawaii 96721-1417, or fax to 808-961-0575 by 4:00 pm by June 26, 2009. CDI HS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Location: Hilo Compensation: salaried This is at a non-profit organization. Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster. Please, no phone calls about this job! Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests. hawaii