Early Head Start Family Educator (0-3) — Home Visits

SEK-CAP; Fort Scott (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Disability Insurance

Paid Life Insurance

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Vacation Leave

Paid Training

401(k)

401(k) Matching

Job summary

SEK-CAP, Inc. in Fort Scott, KS seeks a service coordinator for the Early Head Start program to support families through weekly home visits, linking them to community resources and developmentally appropriate activities.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and cultural sensitivity, with the ability to work non-standard hours and to complete required trainings, including Home Visitation within the first year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Associate degree or CDA plus relevant experience.
• Must obtain Home Visitation Training within the first year.
• First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days.
• Pass standard criminal history check and drug screen.
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance where required.
• Physical examination and TB test as required.

Responsibilities

• Identify and refer with local agencies to provide comprehensive services.
• Perform monthly family assessments and support self-sufficiency goals.
• Track referrals and identify service gaps.
• Recruit families meeting EHS program requirements.
• Conduct weekly home visits of 90+ minutes with necessary components.
• Ensure EHS goals align with Performance Standards and curricula.
• Maintain child assessments (Denver II, ECI, Creative Curriculum.net).
• Provide information to parents on child development and growth.
• Collaborate on individualized lesson plans with parent goals.
• Submit monthly reports and accurate data entry to CAPTAIN, ECI, etc.
• Advocate SEK-CAP in the community; maintain confidentiality.
• Attend trainings and staff meetings; adhere to work hours.

Skills

Superior interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Organized self-starter

Able to learn and adapt

Basic computer skills

Education

Bachelor or Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, Social Work, Health, or related field or CDA

First Aid and CPR certification (within 30 days)

Job description

SEK-CAP, Inc. in Fort Scott, KS seeks a service coordinator for the Early Head Start program to support families through weekly home visits, linking them to community resources and developmentally appropriate activities.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and cultural sensitivity, with the ability to work non-standard hours and to complete required trainings, including Home Visitation within the first year.