Bilingual Parent Educator - Warren County

Partnership for Maternal & Child Health•Dover, NJ

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Parent Educator delivers the Parents as Teachers (PAT) evidence-based home visiting model to support families in promoting optimal child development and school readiness. This role involves conducting regular home visits, developmental screenings, and parent-child activities while building strong, trusting relationships with families. The Parent Educator collaborates with community partners, maintains accurate documentation, and uses the PAT curriculum to empower caregivers through education, goal setting, and resource connection. The position supports the nonprofit’s mission to strengthen families and foster positive outcomes for children from birth to kindergarten.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Two years of experience in working with children (0-5 years of age) and families required
Bilingual Fluency in English and Spanish required
Knowledge of normal child growth/development and parent-child relationships required
Knowledgeable about community resources in Warren County required
Ability to relate to families from a strength-based model and approach families from a family-centered service model
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain regular and long-term relationship with client family and establish a trusting relationship
Conduct home visits to provide parent education, developmental guidance, and support, focusing on parent-child interaction
Assist parents in improving skills to optimize home environment, improve parenting practices, and strengthen the parent-child relationship
Administer screenings to assess the normal growth and development of the target child
Increase the family’s self-sufficiency by assisting them in improving their ability to problem-solve and assume the role of advocating for themselves and their children
Assist family in establishing goals and plan for the accomplishment of those goals
Identify and refer family to other supportive agencies when appropriate and needed, including healthcare appointments
Teach basic health and life skills, such as prenatal care, immunizations, budgeting, etc., and ensure appropriate utilization of needed health and social services
Report immediately to the Program Supervisor any and all suspicion of incidents of child maltreatment and other issues related to worker and/or child/family health and safety (mental health, substance abuse, and domestic violence)
Exercise sound judgment and timing in situations related to obligation as a mandatory reporter of suspicion of child endangerment and maltreatment
Plan, facilitate, and coordinate group meetings and workshops on child development, parenting strategies, and family wellness
Maintain client charts and records and comply with monthly, quarterly, and annual program reporting
Attend ongoing training sessions and meetings