Bilingual Parent Educator - Home Visiting for Families

MECA Therapies LLC; Espanola (NM); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

MECA Therapies, LLC is seeking compassionate bilingual Home Visiting Service Providers (Parent Educators) to support pregnant individuals, infants, young children, and families through evidence-based home visiting services in Espanola, New Mexico.

The role focuses on promoting healthy child development, strengthening parent-child relationships, and connecting families with community resources while complying with state, federal, and MECA requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.
• Ability to travel throughout the assigned service area.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and time management skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic documentation systems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct prenatal, postpartum, and ongoing home visits using evidence-based home visiting practices.
• Identify and enroll eligible pregnant individuals and families into the Home Visiting Program.
• Complete screenings, assessments, and family-centered service planning.
• Develop measurable family goals that promote child development, school readiness, and family well-being.
• Promote safe, nurturing parent-child relationships and positive parenting practices.
• Provide developmental guidance, parenting education, and family support.
• Conduct developmental, health, safety, and family screenings.
• Connect families with community resources and referral services.
• Support families in preventing adverse childhood experiences and strengthening protective factors.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and collaborate with community providers when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation in accordance with ECECD, HIPAA, and MECA requirements.
• Maintain organized and compliant family records.
• Participate in reflective supervision, case consultation, and ongoing professional development.
• Assist with community outreach, education, and program promotion.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Documentation skills

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Infant Mental Health Certification or willingness to obtain within two years

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic documentation systems

Job description

MECA Therapies, LLC is seeking compassionate bilingual Home Visiting Service Providers (Parent Educators) to support pregnant individuals, infants, young children, and families through evidence-based home visiting services in Espanola, New Mexico.

The role focuses on promoting healthy child development, strengthening parent-child relationships, and connecting families with community resources while complying with state, federal, and MECA requirements.