Home Visitor

Union County Community Action, Inc•Monroe, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Union County Community Action, Inc. is seeking a caring, motivated professional to work directly with pregnant women and families with infants and toddlers through its Early Head Start Home-Based Program. The Home Visitor builds relationships with families, provides individualized child development and parent education, connects families with resources, and supports parents in their children’s learning and development at home. The position is based in Monroe, Union County, North Carolina. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., for 40 hours per week. The starting rate is $19.70 per hour, with an estimated annual salary of $40,976. The role involves regular travel within the assigned service area to conduct home visits and program activities, as well as exposure to outdoor weather conditions while providing home-based services. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Sociology, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field; one to three years of related experience and/or training; and a home-based CDA credential or comparable credential. A valid driver’s license is required. Candidates must possess and maintain, or obtain and maintain within 90 days of employment, a CDL. The position also requires accurate recordkeeping and use of required computer systems. UCCA offers medical, dental, and vision insurance through BCBSNC; company-paid life insurance and short-term disability insurance; a 401(k) after one year of employment; 12 paid holidays; paid annual and sick leave; tuition assistance opportunities; an employee referral program; professional development and career growth opportunities; and eligibility as an employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Sociology, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field from a four-year college or university.
One to three years of related experience and/or training.
Minimum of a home-based CDA credential or comparable credential.
Valid driver’s license.
Must possess and maintain, or obtain and maintain within 90 days of employment, a CDL.
Ability to maintain accurate records and use required computer systems.
Ability to travel within the assigned service area to conduct home visits and program activities.
Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 40 pounds.
Regular sitting and communication; frequent standing, walking, reaching, and use of hands.
Comfort working independently and traveling to families’ homes.
Ability to build positive, professional relationships with people from different backgrounds and manage documentation and multiple family needs.

Responsibilities

Conduct weekly home visits with assigned Early Head Start families.
Partner with parents to plan engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences for infants and toddlers.
Coach and support parents in their role in their child’s learning and development.
Assess children’s progress and develop individualized learning objectives.
Plan and facilitate group socialization activities for children and families.
Provide family education on parenting, health and safety, nutrition, mental health, disabilities, budgeting, and other identified needs.
Develop Family Partnership Agreements and help families work toward their goals.
Connect families with community resources and follow up on referrals.
Support families in obtaining appropriate health screenings, well-child care, dental care, immunizations, and other services.
Recruit eligible families for UCCA programs.
Maintain accurate family records and enter required information into ChildPlus and Teaching Strategies GOLD.
Collaborate with families, program staff, consultants, and community partners to coordinate services.