Help Me Grow Home Visitor

Board of Miami County Commissioners (Ohio)

Troy (OH)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 51,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

HSA option

HRA

Telemedicine for employee and family

Wellness program

Life insurance

Paid time off and holidays

40-hour week

Work phone provided

Ohio Public Employee Retirement System

Deferred compensation

Paid professional memberships

Job summary

Miami County Public Health is seeking a Family and Child Development professional to provide home visiting services for families with children prenatal to three years old. The role emphasizes education, parenting coaching, and coordination with healthcare and community providers.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate's degree in human services or related field (Bachelor's preferred) and must obtain the Help Me Grow Home Visitor Credential within the first year.

Qualifications

Associate's Degree in human services or related field; Bachelor's preferred.
Must obtain Help Me Grow Home Visitor Credential within first year.
Criminal background check and Ohio central registry check required.

Responsibilities

Provides family support, information and education to enrolled families.
Performs regular home visits for prenatal to age 3.
Plans visits and teaches parenting and child development skills.
Coordinates with other service providers and documents activities.
Participates in CQI and strategic planning activities.

Skills

Family support skills

Communication with families

Child development knowledge

Education

Associate's Degree in human services or related

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Help Me Grow Home Visitor Credential

Tools

Driver's license (Ohio)

Background checks (Ohio BCI)

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

At Miami County Public Health (MCPH), our mission is to be a proactive partner within the community that works to prevent illness, promote health, and protect those who live, work, and visit Miami County. Family and Child Development strives to foster an environment of teamwork and growth, and pride ourselves on working together with families and our partners to promote healthy growth and development for babies and young children in our community through education and support. The Family and Child Development Division strives to build a team of individuals with unique perspectives and skills that can add diversity and depth to the division.

QUALIFICATIONS:

At least an Associate's Degree in human services or a field closely related to early childhood or a Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of one-year experience working with pregnant women, infants or toddlers. Bachelor's Degree Preferred. Must obtain within the first year of employment and maintain a Help Me Grow Home Visitor Credential with the State of Ohio. Undergo a criminal background check with the Ohio bureau of criminal identification and investigation and a background check with the Ohio central registry on child abuse and neglect. A valid Ohio driver's license with own vehicle and ability to maintain a driving record that meets the insurability requirements of Miami County Public Health's insurance provider.

DUTIES:

Provides family support, information and education, developmental instruction and follows program goals. Provides regular home visits to enrolled Help Me Grow families with children from prenatal up to three years. Plans for each visit and teaches effective parenting and child development skills. Provides parents with information on disciplining, behavior management, household management, communication and relationship enhancement when needed. Utilizes curriculum and implements evidence-based model when providing services to families. Conducts developmental screenings. Facilitates and participates in the development, implementation, review, and monitoring of the family plan. Works with the family to ensure they have medical/home health services. Coordinates and collaborates with other service providers. Provides referrals to other service providers as needed. Participates in miscellaneous program activities (e.g. assists in program development, child find outreach and intake activities). Completes documentation, which includes the client's paper chart, data entry into OCHIDS, reports and time and mileage sheets. Assures that parents have been informed of their rights. Maintains and increases knowledge and skills through attendance at meetings, conferences, trainings, and other continuing education opportunities. Participates in emergency response and accreditation related activities by supporting and engaging staff in the accreditation process. Attends staff meetings and serves on temporary committees/teams, including Continuous Quality Improvement and Strategic Planning.

HOURS:

7:30AM - 4:00PM Monday - Friday

FLSA:

Non-Exempt from Overtime

COMPENSATION:

Uncredentialed $20.69- $35.61; Credentialed $21.62- $37.23/hour

BENEFITS: