Case Manager -Home Visitor/Parent Educator-Licensed (Flexible Schedule-Full-Time)

Bright Beginnings ESCNEO•Seven Hills, OH

16d•$36,057 - $50,479•Hybrid

About The Position

Bright Beginnings provides services in Cuyahoga County and across the State of Ohio that support families in helping their children grow, learn, and develop to their fullest potential. The Educational Service Center of Northeast Ohio (ESCNEO) is Bright Beginnings' fiscal agent and contracts with all Bright Beginnings staff. Staff are key to meeting Bright Beginnings' mission and are provided market-competitive salaries based on experience and excellent benefits that exceed industry averages. The ESCNEO with Bright Beginnings is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and endeavors to provide the highest quality service through employing professionals selected for their competence and expertise. No one will be discriminated against on the basis of color, age, origin, race, gender, religion, marital status, military service, or disability. The ESCNEO operates within Ohio only, and any applicant must therefore be an Ohio resident at the time of employment. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship. This position is full-time with flexible hours. Summary: The Home Visitor/Parent Educator supports families with children, prenatal to age 5 using the evidence-based Parents as Teachers program. The Home Visitor/Parent Educator empowers parents with skills, tools, and the confidence to nurture the healthy growth of their child. They develop visit plans using the Parents as Teachers curriculum, conduct in-home and virtual visits with families, conduct screenings and assessments, and connect families to resources.

Requirements

Minimum of one year of related work experience working with community resources, local education agencies, and conducting home visits / working with families and children.
Basic skill level in Microsoft Office applications (i.e., word processing, email applications, and internet usage).
Must be an Ohio-licensed social worker, an Ohio-licensed teacher, or an Ohio-registered nurse and maintain such license throughout the term of employment.
Ability to adhere to standards of confidentiality and professional boundaries.
Well-developed analytical and problem-solving abilities.
High degree of initiative and independent judgment.
Ability to organize work, engage in a variety of tasks simultaneously and consistently meet deadlines.
Ability to demonstrate a high attention to detail and good follow-up skills. Must be self-motivated, proactive and solution-focused.
Ability to establish and maintain a comprehensive record-keeping system and office procedures.
Ability to express self effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to tactfully and effectively deal with the public, staff and patrons.
Ability to work in culturally diverse households and communities, and display cultural sensitivity and competence with others.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with general direction.
Bachelor's degree in social work, early childhood education, health, psychology, or related field.
Must be an Ohio licensed social worker, an Ohio licensed teacher, or an Ohio registered nurse and maintain such license throughout the term of employment as a Parent Educator - Licensed.
Valid Ohio Driver’s License and appropriate insurance coverage.
Must meet the requirements to become a credentialed Parent Educator as required by the Parents as Teachers National Center.

Nice To Haves

Intermediate skill level in Microsoft Office applications.
Experience with OCHIDS, Visit Tracker preferred.
Credentialed Parent Educator preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop visit plans using the Parents as Teachers curriculum.
Conduct in-home and virtual visits with families.
Conduct screenings and assessments.
Connect families to resources.
Adhere to standards of confidentiality and professional boundaries.
Establish and maintain a comprehensive record-keeping system and office procedures.