Bilingual Early Head Start Home Visitor / Family Advocate- El Jebel, CO
About The Position
The Department of Human Services (DHS) directly touches the lives of thousands of Eagle County residents every year. From helping families and individuals access programs that put food on the table, warm their homes, and find childcare to protecting those too young or too old to protect themselves, DHS is the team that ensures families and individuals in our community have what they need to live stable lives now and in the future. Early Head Start is part of the Eagle County Department of Human Services (ECDHS). ECDHS comprises the following divisions: Children, Family & Adult Services, Economic Services, and Integrated Support Services, each working together to provide exceptional service to our customers. ECDHS is committed to ensuring all ECDHS clients experience a “no wrong door” approach to service delivery. The Early Head Start Home Visitor / Family Advocate works with pregnant women and families with children up to three years of age to enhance the healthy development of children and families. Home Visitors organize, plan and facilitate weekly home visits with families that integrate all Head Start components (areas of health, early childhood education and development, nutrition, family life skills, safety, and mental health). Referring and linking families with other community programs is also an essential component of this position. This position is located in El Jebel and maintains positive working relationships with the EHS contracted child care center(s) serving children in that geographical area, supporting their families by ensuring all EHS center-based program requirements are met. View the full job description here
Requirements
- Minimum two years of experience in working with families, children, educational systems, child development systems, or low-income families or any combination of education and experience that produces the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, and experience
- A minimum of a CDA credential or relevant coursework as part of an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Social Work, Human Development or a related field or be willing to obtain one within 18 months of hire.
- Bilingual skills in English and Spanish both written and oral are required.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license, a satisfactory motor vehicle record and the ability to pass a background investigation.
- Reliable transportation is required.
- Ability to pass criminal and child abuse background checks is required.
Nice To Haves
- Previous work experience with Early Head Start or Head Start.
- Previous work experience in an early childhood setting is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Home Visits: Conduct regular home visits to provide support and guidance to families with young children.
- Child Development: Implement the Parents As Teachers curriculum and assess child development.
- Family Partnerships: Build strong relationships with families, develop goals, and connect them with community resources.
- Program Management: Maintain records, ensure program compliance, and participate in professional development.
Benefits
- Culture of flexibility and support for mental health/wellness.
- Learning organization focused on professional development opportunities, FREE CMC classes, and Tuition reimbursement.
- As a certified healthy workplace, our culture recognizes the importance of individual needs and enjoying life outside of work.
- Other perks may include flexible work arrangements, paid volunteer time, and daytime fitness classes/bike rides.
- Comprehensive and low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance (as low as $85/month for employees only)
- Wellness program where you can earn cash or extra days off
- 12 paid holidays
- Paid time off (starting at 12 days) and additional medical leave
- Paid volunteer hours
- 8% (dollar-for-dollar match) retirement plan
- Free classes at Colorado Mountain College
- Eagle County University classes (internal training)
- Tuition reimbursement programs
- Bilingual Pay Incentive
- Free bus pass and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
