Family Development & Parenting Educator

Self Enhancement Inc; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Self Enhancement Inc. seeks a Family Educator to coordinate home visits and group sessions that strengthen parent-child interactions and brain development in families with children aged zero to six. You will partner with community agencies, maintain records, and facilitate education and support groups.

The role emphasizes culturally appropriate services, engaging diverse families, and using data systems to track progress. Some evenings/weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least two years experience in early childhood programs, social services, or parent/family education highly desired.
• Significant training and work experience (three plus years) in a social service environment may be substituted for the education requirement.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Ability to successfully connect with and motivate parents and family members.
• Ability to be a positive role model for parents and children.
• Ability to successfully engage a wide spectrum of parents; from intensive-need to leadership.
• Must be self motivated with excellent organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including some evenings and some weekends.
• Must have valid driver’s license, clean driving record and must be insurable under SEI’s auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Assist families in strengthening; positive parent-child interactions, bonding & attachment, brain development, motor skills development, guidance, and discipline techniques.
• Conduct home visits as needed; and at least once per month, for each enrolled child.
• Organize and facilitate Parent Education and Support groups (i.e. Parenting Class and Parent Support Group).
• Provide coordinated services that facilitate parent growth in social and emotional areas related to their child.
• Maintain updated records and files, along with all additional required documentation.
• Maintain casefiles and complete required paperwork and assessments as needed (i.e. ASQ’s, health record, family service plan, milestone records, etc.)
• Determine Child's learning stage and make referrals to community partners as needed.
• Other appropriate duties as assigned.

Skills

Parent education

Community outreach

Organization

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

ETO data tracking

Job description

Self Enhancement Inc. seeks a Family Educator to coordinate home visits and group sessions that strengthen parent-child interactions and brain development in families with children aged zero to six. You will partner with community agencies, maintain records, and facilitate education and support groups.

The role emphasizes culturally appropriate services, engaging diverse families, and using data systems to track progress. Some evenings/weekends may be required.