Bilingual Home Visitor — Early Childhood & Family Support

Start Early; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Plans

401k Contribution

Paid Volunteer Days

6 months paid parental leave

Job summary

Start Early is seeking a Home Visitor to provide comprehensive case management and educational experiences for families in Head Start/Early Head Start programs in the Chicago area. The role emphasizes bilingual English/Spanish communication, collaboration with families, and adherence to program guidelines.

Responsibilities include planning weekly home visits, engaging parents in activities, documenting development, and coordinating with health and family services.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Social Work, Child Development, or related field required.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
• Home Visitor CDA required at hire or within 1 year of hire.
• 1–3 years of experience in early childhood/family support or home visiting programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive home-based services to enhance child development.
• Develop and implement 90-minute weekly home visit plans.
• Engage parents in program activities and training events.
• Screen, observe, and document child health, skills, and development.
• Ensure well-child visits and follow up health needs.
• Maintain confidential family files.
• Participate in ongoing training and staff development.
• Recruit for the program and participate in recruitment events.
• Identify children with special needs and coordinate referrals.
• Collaborate to integrate health, nutrition, mental health, and parental involvement.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Travel availability

Education

Associate degree in Social Work or related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred

CDA required (at hire or within 1 year)

Job description

Start Early is seeking a Home Visitor to provide comprehensive case management and educational experiences for families in Head Start/Early Head Start programs in the Chicago area. The role emphasizes bilingual English/Spanish communication, collaboration with families, and adherence to program guidelines.

Responsibilities include planning weekly home visits, engaging parents in activities, documenting development, and coordinating with health and family services.