Family services staff are essential in engaging parents and family members in Head Start programs. Being thoughtful and intentional in recruitment and hiring strategies can help Head Start programs find qualified candidates who are a good fit for the family services role.

Explore the materials below to find recruitment strategies, job descriptions, and interview questions for family services staff.

5-step Recruitment Strategy for Hiring Family Services Staff

Explore this five-step recruitment strategy to help plan your efforts to hire family services staff.

Guide to Developing Job Descriptions for Family Services Staff

Use this resource to develop a comprehensive job description for family services professionals who work directly with families in Head Start programs.

Conducting Family Services Interviews

Review sample interview questions for Head Start managers, supervisors, and directors to use when hiring family services professionals.