Home Visitor
About The Position
The Home Visitor is responsible for providing quality services for pregnant women, infants, and families in Early Head Start Programs through home visits, socializations, and family advocacy according to Head Start Performance Standards and Agency philosophy. Astor Services, a leading provider of behavioral and mental health services in the Hudson Valley and The Bronx, is dedicated to nurturing the emotional and mental well-being of children, adolescents, and families. With a history spanning over seven decades, we are committed to providing comprehensive care and support to help our clients thrive.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point.
- Valid driver's license with two years of experience is required.
- Must be comfortable going into the homes of clients.
Nice To Haves
- Home Based CDA or coursework in Early Childhood Education or Family Services preferred.
Responsibilities
- Maintains confidential and up-to-date records on each child and family according to program standards, including completing all intake paperwork, updating Emergency Releases, and maintaining a waiting list.
- Works with families to obtain necessary health services and that assistance is obtained for any health or nutritional need, working with the EHS nurse as needed.
- Is knowledgeable about educational and community resources and refers families, and when necessary advocates with these resources on behalf of the family.
- Works with each family to create a Transition Plan for each child.
- For Home base children, the Home Visitor and parent complete ongoing developmental assessments, and together plan ways to individualize child development activities to support each child and family.
- Utilizes curriculum resources to offer monthly nutritional and dental information and regularly provides developmental opportunities in using household materials for experiences with literacy, music, sensory, small and large motor development.
- Provides information on prenatal needs to pregnant women enrolled in the program.
Benefits
- Four personal days.
- Full benefit package.
- Ongoing professional development at no cost to staff.
- Time off per the School Calendar.
- Sick time is provided.
- Fully paid individual long-term disability and life insurance.
- Eligible for participation in agency medical and dental plan both individual and family, with small employee contribution.
- Opportunities to make a difference in the lives of children and families in need.
- Collaboration with a team of dedicated professionals in a supportive and dynamic environment.
- Room for growth and advancement within the organization.
- Child Development Associate credential training provided at no cost to the staff.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
