Early Head Start Astoria - Home Visitor (Full Time)

The Child Center of NY•New York, NY

96d•$18 - $21

About The Position

The Home Visitor provides services to children and families in participants’ homes. The role includes weekly home visits, education and support for families, child development activities, developmental screening and assessment, and collaboration on family goals. The Home Visitor also connects families with community resources, maintains required documentation, and works with staff to arrange disability and mental health appointments as needed. The position supports families who predominantly speak Spanish.

Requirements

High school diploma and a study plan to obtain a Home Visitor Child Development Associate credential or equivalent coursework.
At least 1 year of experience working with children.
Knowledge in at least one of the following areas: child safety, nutrition, child health, family dynamics, or adult learning principles.
Experience in child development, early childhood education, and working with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
Ability to motivate people and work in diverse and challenging situations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Ability to prioritize, meet timelines, and multitask.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

Home Visitor Child Development Associate credential.

Responsibilities

Conduct weekly home visits with young children and their families, including resource referrals, monitoring physical and mental health, monitoring home environments, and conducting safety and risk assessments.
Provide education and support services to families and carry out child development curriculum in home settings and group socialization experiences.
Conduct developmental screenings and ongoing assessments of children.
Collaborate with families to establish family development goals and document the process in family partnership agreements.
Serve as a liaison and advocate between families and community resources, and escort families to and from resources or activities when appropriate.
Use data management systems to complete required documentation.
Work with staff to schedule disability and/or mental health appointments for children and parents as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned.