Early Head Start Home Visitor - Baltimore County

Ymca Of Central Maryland, Inc.; Baltimore, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 2,755,000 - 3,857,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Central Maryland, Inc. is seeking an Early Head Start Home Visitor to serve Baltimore County families. The role delivers child development, health and social services, plus parent involvement through home visits and community support.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree and willingness to travel. The position offers hourly compensation, a supportive mission-driven environment, and opportunities for professional growth within a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or in related field (child development, education, social sciences).
• Experience in human services or working with families is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide child development, social services, health services, parent support and parent involvement to families including home visits, socializations, advocacy and crisis intervention.
• Conduct developmental screenings and support learning plans for infants, toddlers and pregnant women within Head Start standards.

Job description

# Early Head Start Home Visitor - Baltimore CountyReq #3049Baltimore, MD, USA## Job DescriptionPosted Sunday, September 13, 2026 at 9:00 PMOverwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the Y in Central Maryland tell us they do so because it reflects their values and a conscious decision, they’ve made about how they choose to live their lives. The happiest and most fulfilled Y associates are those who are motivated to help others and who want to be a part of something larger than themselves. If this speaks to your heart, then we invite you to join our team. Be a part of a charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual and community well-being for all, for a better us. At the Y in Central Maryland, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Enjoy flexible schedules, competitive pay, and generous paid time off, alongside medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as dependent care FSA. We offer a generous employer contribution to the Y retirement fund, and opportunities for career advancement. Our commitment to fostering a positive work environment means you'll have access to training and development programs that align with our mission to empower individuals and strengthen communities. Join us and bring your passion to a fulfilling career where you can truly make a difference!How this role contributes to the Y’s mission:As a Y Head Start Family Home Visitor, you will provide child development services, social services, health services, parent support and parent involvement services to families including home visits, socializations, advocacy and crisis intervention in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards, Y of Central Maryland Child Care Philosophy and local licensing regulations. You will implement a family centered approach to assist families to build on their strengths and develop family partnership agreements to support families in identifying their concerns, priorities, and resources. You will provide resources on child development, parenting education and family support on home visits to families of infants/toddlers and pregnant women. You will conduct developmental screenings and ongoing assessments of infants and toddlers to determine motor, language, social, cognitive and emotional skills and will develops an individual learning plan for each child with parental assistance. As a Y Head Start Family Home Visitor, you’ll contribute to the Y and to the broader community we serve by working with our littlest participants and their families who are economically disadvantaged and help them prepare for success in school and life.This work is right for you if you have:• An interest in the well-being and education of young children, enthusiasm, patience, good humor, good judgment and a good spirit • At minimum of 2 years prior experience working with children and families in a human service setting• The ability to clearly communicate and effectively listen to children, parents/guardians, members, and other Y associates• The desire to problem solve, handle crisis, and work with families and children of various cultures from low-income backgrounds• A bachelors or associates degree in child development, education, social sciences or related fieldAll Y associates agree to abide by The Code of Conduct with Youth that sets clear expectations for associates and volunteers to ensure a safe and respectful environment for young people. It emphasizes treating youth with respect and fairness, avoiding inappropriate physical or verbal interactions, and adhering to established standards of affection. The policy strictly prohibits any form of abuse, bullying, or harassment and mandates the reporting of suspected mistreatment. Additionally, associates and volunteers must complete training on child abuse prevention and comply with legal reporting requirements to safeguard youth.## Job DetailsJob Family: Early Childhood DevelopmentPay Type: HourlyEducation Level: Bachelor’s DegreeTravel Required: YesHiring Rate: 25 USD