HIPPY Program Home Visitor

Boulder Housing Partners • Boulder, CO

1d • $22 - $25

About The Position

Under general direction of the Resident Services Program Manager, with support from Parent Possible and the HIPPY Program Coordinator, the HIPPY Program Home Visitor implements the HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) program with families living in BHP housing communities. HIPPY is an evidenced-based program that works in-home with families supporting parents in their critical role as their child's first and most important teacher. Home visitors deliver services according to the HIPPY USA model, providing parents with support, instruction, motivation, inspiration, and guidance for child education in the home. The HIPPY Home Visitor implements HIPPY program, conducts home visits, and supports families with referrals and community connections. The coordinator may also support other complementary programs as assigned.
This is a part-time position.

Requirements

• Ability to read, write and speak fluently in both English and Spanish.
• Bachelor’s degree/ associates degree or two or more years’ experience in education, service coordination, program development and/or human services or equivalent.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Knowledge of and/or experience in working with culturally diverse individuals and groups.
• Sensitivity to people who have special needs, such as the culturally diverse, disabled, elderly, or chronically mentally ill.
• Strong computer skills in Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Strong understanding of virtual workspace etiquette.
• Ability to work independently and to assume responsibility for completion of complex workload without close supervision.
• Demonstrated time management and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of and use of good customer service skills.
• Valid Colorado driver’s license and an acceptable motor vehicle record.
• Acceptable background information, including criminal history.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in federally subsidized housing or human service programs.
• Experience in building and maintaining relationships with local public and private providers of community and supportive services.
• Experience with case management or program management software.
• Knowledge of community building principles and processes.

Responsibilities

• Recruit children/families.
• Work with families to fully engage in HIPPY.
• Meet and roleplay the HIPPY curriculum activities with assigned families each week.
• Participate in the planning and implementation of group meetings, including role playing the curriculum and the provision of an enrichment activity.
• Participate in service training and other staff development activities.
• Collaborate with the coordinator to support all families to succeed in the program.
• Keep the HIPPY coordinator updated of child/family progress and familial issues/concerns in a timely fashion.
• Complete and submit all required forms and other documentation as required.
• Participate in all sponsored HIPPY activities such as field trips, graduations, awards ceremonies, etc.
• Maintain accurate and efficient record-keeping, data collection, and report systems.
• Keep a current, updated list of community resources; make referrals for families, as needed.
• Collaborate with community organizations serving families with young children to increase communication, reduce collaboration, and provide coordinated services to families.
• Represent HIPPY within the community.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Participate in BHP team meetings.
• Perform related duties as required by management to meet the needs of BHP.
• Take proper safety precautions, anticipate. unsafe circumstances, and act. accordingly, to prevent accidents. Responsible for the safety of self, others, materials, and equipment. Use. all required safety equipment.
• BHP is committed to hiring employees who provide good customer service; our employees communicate courteously and responsively and provide effective and efficient service to the public and co-workers.

Benefits

• Retirement benefits that include PERA defined benefit plan plus 401k and 457 plans.
• Paid life insurance.
• Employee wellness program.
• Long term disability
• 13 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave.
• Select Summer Fridays off (if applicable)
• Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training opportunities, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree