Universal Home Visitor

CareArc, Inc. • Emporia, KS

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

CareArc is accepting applications for a full-time Universal Home Visitor to join our Community Health team in Emporia. The Universal Home Visitor plays a vital role in supporting families during pregnancy and early childhood. This position provides voluntary, in-home services to expectant parents and families with young children, offering education, emotional support, and connections to community resources. The Universal Home Visitor builds trusting relationships to promote healthy family development and positive parent-child interactions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Personal experience raising children required
• Valid driver's license
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a changing schedule

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with families, children, or in home visiting programs strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular home visits with families enrolled in the Healthy Start program.
• Provide education on prenatal care, child development, parenting, and family well-being.
• Assess family needs and strengths using standardized tools and observations.
• Connect families to local support services including healthcare, housing, nutrition, mental health, and early childhood programs.
• Develop individualized family support plans in collaboration with parents.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of visits, assessments, referrals, and progress.
• Participate in ongoing training, supervision, and team meetings.
• Uphold confidentiality and ethical standards in all interactions.
• Advocate for families and help reduce barriers to accessing services.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation and sick time
• KPERS retirement plan
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for self and family beginning first day of employment.
• HSA/HRA available
• 10 paid holidays
• Paid life and long-term disability
• Employee and family medical and dental discounts
• And many other voluntary benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED