Home Visitor

High Point & SEMCOA•Brockton, MA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Home Visitor Program is part of Healthy Families in Brockton. This role involves providing support and coaching to first-time young parents through a voluntary, home-based program funded by the Children's Trust. The goal is to create a stable and nurturing environment for children from pregnancy through their first three years of life. Home visitors will educate parents on infant care, promote nurturing and attachment, teach effective parenting skills, and ensure parents understand healthy child development. The program also offers group services for social connection and assists parents in achieving personal goals related to education, employment, and family health/wellness.

Requirements

Must present as courteous and professional at all times
Demonstrated flexibility and ability to perform multiple tasks
Must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to organize ideas in logical and clear fashion
Ability to organize and prioritize a demanding work load while adhering to project timelines
Knowledge of basic computer skills and software programs including the ability to learn, use Children’s Trust’s electronic participant record system and HPAO systems and applications
Knowledge of infant, child and adolescent development, parent/child attachment, and maternal-infant health
Knowledge of area community resources
Must have the ability to work independently and with others in cooperative and collaborative manner
Ability to understand and implement Trauma Informed Care
Maintains appropriate boundaries and adheres to code of ethics
Comply with federal and state regulations concerning confidentiality
Understand and adhere to all applicable policies and procedures of HPAO
Complete TB screening requirements
Certification in the HPAO approved de-escalation program
CPR and First Aid Certification
Reliable transportation, satisfactory driving record, and a valid Massachusetts Driver’s License for a minimum of three years
Satisfactory response to a CORI & SORI

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree in Human Services or related field preferred
Experience working with or providing services to children and families/participants
Experience with and willingness to work with culturally diverse populations among program’s target population
Experience in home visiting, curriculum planning and/or group facilitation

Responsibilities

Successfully complete all Healthy Families Massachusetts required orientation and trainings
Completion of ongoing training as appropriate for professional growth and skill development
Practice and promote the mission of HFM and SEMCOA
Provide consistent, strength-based home visits based on participant needs and service level match
Complete all required assessments to ensure appropriate service delivery
Assist in the development of the Family Service Plan and monitor goal progress and achievement
Plan curriculum according to participant needs, goals, and identified interest
Make community referrals when appropriate and maintain contact for follow up
Maintain all written/electronic records according to HFM policies
Assists in the development and facilitation of groups and social events for participants
Actively attend and participate in supervision and staff meetings
Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Function Manager/Coordinator/Supervisor