EHS MIECHV Parent Educator (Las Vegas)

ABSTRACT OF THE POSITION:

The Parent Educator serves as a home-based teacher for our Early Head Start Program working individually with 12 families to support the development of the family and their infants and toddlers. The Parent Educator will work collaboratively with a team of other home-based staff to implement the Parents as Teachers Born to Learn model for children 0-36 months (or another curriculum as appropriate) to achieve outcomes for children and families of all backgrounds and abilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES (including but not limited to):

• Recruits and determines the eligibility of children from underserved populations.
• Maintains a waiting list for eligible children.
• Develops an individual plan for children and prepares lesson plans.
• Implements developmentally appropriate learning activities and supports parents to provide a consistent routine.
• Establishes positive relationships with families and identifies their needs and goals.
• Refers families to community services and coordinates with community agencies.
• Participates in family events, developmental screenings, and required professional development activities.
• Maintains child and family data for documentation and evaluation.
• Plans and implements all socialization activities for families and children.
• Understand and document in-kind contributions and other allowable costs.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Must be able to lift 40 pounds including files, laptop computers, lesson plans, home visiting supplies, or other necessary items with or without material handling equipment.
• Must be able to work for long periods of time while maintaining concentrated attention to detail.
• Must be able to sit at a table or desk for long periods of time with occasional standing, walking, squatting, or reaching.
• Must be able to travel by car, bus, airplane, or train for job requirements, training or program activities as needed
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Qualifications

• Education & Work Experience

• Must have a minimum of a high school diploma (or equivalent).
• Must have at minimum Child Development Associate credential for Home Visiting (CDA-HV) or willing to obtain one within an established time frame provided by Program Manager and must maintain credential throughout the entire length of employment.

• Preferred
  • Associate Degree (or Higher) in Social Work, Family Services, Counseling, or another closely related field is preferred.
  • Prefer 1-2 years of case management experience.
  • Bilingual (English-Spanish) speaking and writing skills preferred.

Skills & Abilities

• Must be at least 21 years old, have held a driver's license for at least 3 years, and maintain a valid driver's license throughout employment.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies and educational materials.
• Effective communication skills both verbally and in writing using English.
• Strong organization and time management abilities with attention to detail.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, & Excel) and other software applications.
• Active listening skills with the ability to ask questions for clarification.
• Flexible schedule to fulfill job functions and program responsibilities.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations, especially parents of children in SCF's programs.
• Team player with the ability to work independently and apply knowledge of EHS program policies and procedures.
• Other requirements include acquiring CPR/First Aid training, Live Scan Fingerprinting, negative TB results, physical, and passing drug/alcohol testing.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Supplementary Benefits
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Employer Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability
• PTO with Accrual Starting at Hire
• 401(k) with a match
• COVID Paid Sick Leave
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Hardship Assistance Fund
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Programs