Early Head Start Astoria - Home Visitor (Full Time)

The-Child-Center-of-Ny; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Child Center of NY in New York, NY seeks a Full Time Early Head Start Home Visitor to provide essential home-based services to children and families in Astoria. The role includes conducting weekly visits, family education, and coordinating with community resources.

Responsibilities cover developmental screening, documenting family goals, and supporting Spanish-speaking families. The position emphasizes collaboration with staff and data-driven reporting, with a sign-on bonus noted in the job

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and plan to obtain Home Visitor Child Development Associate or equivalent coursework.
• 1 year of experience working with children.
• Knowledge in one of the following: child safety, nutrition, child health, family dynamics, and adult learning principles.
• Experience in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, and working with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
• Ability to motivate people and work in diverse and challenging situations.
• Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines and multi-task.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Will support families that predominantly speak Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Conduct weekly home visits to young children and their families.
• Provide education and support services to families. Carry out “curriculum” for child development in the context of the home and during group “socialization” experiences.
• Conduct screening and ongoing assessment of children’s development.
• Collaborate with families to establish family development goals and document this collaborative process in family partnership agreements.
• Act as liaison and advocate between community resources and families and escort families when appropriate to and from community resources or other activities.
• Utilize data management systems to complete required documentation of necessary data.
• Works in cooperation with staff to schedule disabilities and/or mental health appointments for children and parents as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Spanish language

Motivate people

Time management

Independent worker

Cultural sensitivity

Education

High School Diploma with plan to obtain Home Visitor Child Development Associate or equivalent

Home Visitor Child Development Associate

Job description

Early Head Start Astoria - Home Visitor (Full Time)

Astoria, Queens, NY, USA

Job Description

Posted Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 4:00 AM

This position includes a $1,200 Sign on Bonus!

Summary

The Home Visit o r is responsible for providing necessary services to children and families at the home of the participant.

Essential Functions :

• Conduct weekly home visits to young children and their families. This may include resource referral, monitoring physical and mental health status, monitoring home environment and conducting safety and risk assessments
• Provide education and support services to families. Carry out “curriculum” for child development in the context of the home and during group “socialization” experiences.
• Conduct screening and ongoing assessment of children’s development.
• Collaborate with families to establish family development goals and document this collaborative process in family partnership agreements.
• Act as liaison and advocate between community resources and families and escort families when appropriate to and from community resources or other activities.
• Utilize data management systems to complete required documentation of necessary data.
• Works in cooperation with staff to schedule disabilities and/or mental health appointments for children and parents as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications :

• High School Diploma and study plan to obtain Home Visitor Child Development Associate or equivalent coursework
• 1 year of experience working with children
• Knowledge in one of the following: child safety, nutrition, child health, family dynamics, and adult learning principles.
• Experience in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, and working with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
• Ability to motivate people and work in diverse and challenging situations.
• Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines and multi-task.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Will support families that predominantly speak Spanish.

Qualifications Preferred :

• Home Visitor Child Development Associate

The Child Center of NY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. EOE M/F/D/V