Home Visitor at Volunteers of America Southwest in El Centro, California

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the Supervision of the Director of Integrated Health, the Home Visitor is responsible for delivering the Parents as Teachers (PAT) home visiting model to families with children from prenatal to age 5. This role involves partnering with parents to support their child's development and learning through regular home visits, developmental screenings, and connecting families to community resources. The Home Visitor will work to enhance parent-child interactions, promote development-centered parenting, and improve family well-being.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

The duties below are intended to provide an overview of the duties required of the Home Visitor.

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  Home Visits: Conduct regular, scheduled home visits to provide personalized support and education to families. Use the PAT Foundational Curriculum to guide activities and discussions.


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  Parent-Child Interaction: Promote positive parent-child interactions through activities and guidance that support the child's development.


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  Developmental Screenings: Conduct developmental screenings using tools such as the Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ-3) and Ages and Stages Questionnaires: Social-Emotional (ASQ:SE-2). Identify any developmental concerns and make appropriate referrals.


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  Family Well-Being: Support families in setting and achieving goals related to their child's development, health, and overall family well-being. Connect families to community resources and services as needed.


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  Group Connections: Facilitate group connections to provide families with opportunities to build social networks and learn from each other.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer participates in E-Verify. Applications are accepted online only.

CREDENTIALS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE:

• Education: Minimum Associate's degree in early childhood education, social work, health, psychology, or a related field.


• Experience: Experience working with children and families, preferably in a home visiting or early childhood setting.


• Knowledge: Strong understanding of child development and milestones. Familiarity with the PAT model is a plus.


• Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proficiency in using virtual platforms and basic computer applications.


• Language: Bilingual skills (e.g., Spanish) are highly valued.


• Other Requirements: Valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings or early mornings. Successful completion of PAT Foundational and Model Implementation Training.