Early Head Start Home Based Visitor: EHS Wilkinsburg Hosaana House

Allegheny Intermediate Unit•Wilkinsburg, PA

About The Position

The Early Head Start Home Based Visitor provides individualized early childhood education and parenting support to families through weekly 90-minute home visits. The role supports children’s cognitive, social, and emotional development, and helps parents understand and address their children’s developmental milestones and learning needs. The visitor builds supportive relationships with families, collaborates with parents on family goal plans, connects families with health, nutrition, and social-service resources, and facilitates group socializations. The role also maintains family records and documentation, follows Early Head Start standards and procedures, coordinates with program staff, participates in training and team meetings, and supports community outreach and parent engagement. The position requires a home-based CDA or comparable credential, or equivalent related coursework, as preferred qualifications; at least two years of experience working with young children and families; and clearances, a health record, and CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain it. Some evening or weekend hours may be considered to accommodate family schedules or outreach events. The position is on a 260-day schedule, reports to the Assistant Director, Early Childhood Education, and has a stated Step 1 salary of $52,293.20 under the HSEA Contract.

Requirements

At least two years of experience working with children from birth to age five and families.
Knowledge of early childhood development, family dynamics, and parenting practices.
Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to build trusting relationships with families.
Organizational skills and ability to work independently.
Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare reports.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and online data systems.
Current Act 114, Act 34, Act 151, and NSOR clearances, dated within one year of the hire date, are required prior to an offer.
School Personnel Health Record (Form H511.340) must be completed and received by Human Resources before the hire date.
CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain certification.
Ability to sit for extended periods; lift, carry, push, and pull 50 pounds; kneel, crouch, bend, and reach; and move fingers and hands repetitively.
Ability to speak clearly and distinctly when communicating with families with limited English proficiency; clear hearing and adequate vision.

Nice To Haves

A home-based CDA credential or comparable credential, or equivalent coursework as part of an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Experience in home-based service delivery or case management.

Responsibilities

Conduct weekly 90-minute home visits to provide individualized early childhood education and parenting support.
Implement developmentally appropriate activities and strategies supporting children’s cognitive, social, and emotional development.
Help parents understand and address children’s developmental milestones and learning needs.
Build trusting relationships with families and support their participation in children’s learning and development.
Develop family goal plans with parents, set objectives, and track progress.
Provide resources, guidance, and referrals addressing family health, nutrition, and social-service needs.
Organize and facilitate group socializations for children and families.
Maintain accurate records of family progress, home visits, assessments, and developmental screenings.
Follow Early Head Start program standards, policies, and procedures.
Participate in ongoing training and professional development.
Coordinate family support with Early Head Start staff, including teachers and program administrators.
Attend team meetings, case conferences, and professional development sessions as required.
Promote the Early Head Start program in the community.
Help organize and facilitate parent workshops, support groups, and community events.
Recruit enrolled parents to serve as policy council representatives.
Plan and implement home-based learning experiences using the home visiting curriculum to promote children’s progress across Office of Head Start standards, including for children with disabilities and dual language learners.