Home Visitor

Lorain County Community Action Agency; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Lorain County Community Action Agency, Head Start, seeks a Home Visitor to support families with developmentally appropriate education in the home environment.

The role requires a Bachelor's or Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or Social Work, plus a CDA credential. A valid Ohio driver's license and reliable transportation are required. The position is full-time, with standard Head Start hours.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and efficiently to support program standards.
• Ability to relate to low-income clients and diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of preschool education and program operations.

Responsibilities

• Supports families and children with educational activities during home visits.
• Develops and implements plans for family engagement and learning at home.
• Maintains records and coordinates with Head Start components.
• Refers families to services and follows up on outcomes.
• Promotes parent involvement in Head Start activities.
• Coordinates with center teachers and staff on curriculum alignment.
• Assists with health records and immunization tracking.
• Adheres to agency rules and confidentiality policies.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Independent work

Client relations

Preschool education knowledge

Education

Bachelor's/Associate in ECE

Job description

About the Organization Lorain County Community Action Agency is a non-profit organization whose mission is to serve and empower Lorain County residents in need.

EOE Statement Lorain County Community Action Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our application forms are designed to obtain an applicant's skills, knowledge and abilities based on specific job requirements. Questions are designed to elicit enough data for us to determine an applicant's abilities to successfully perform the job for which she/he is applying. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Category Head Start

Position Home Visitor

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Description

Supports parents as primary educators of their children by providing educational activities appropriate to the child's abilities, interests, and family customs. Acts to insure that the child and his/her family receive all services available to the program's clients.

Position Requirements

• Works within goals, policies and activities designed to meet performance standards and other Head Start mandates;

• Develops and implements plans to work with families and children on scheduled one-on-one weekly basis in their homes for 1 1/2 hours;

• Participates in all appropriate training and meetings;

• Assists in recruiting eligible children into the home-based program;

• Ensures the family need assessment is completed and addresses identified needs to support family self-sufficiency;

• Refers parent to appropriate services and provides follow-up to monitors results;

• Assists in promoting and tracking active parent involvement in all Head Start components;

• Refers children/families to Disabilities/Mental Health component as appropriate;

• Integrates all Head Start components during each home visit;

• Follows established Head Start curriculum guide;

• Maintains current and accurate records as required by the program and ensures their confidentiality;

• Develops and conducts a center base experience twice a month;

• Assess the individual child and develops an individualized learning plan for each child in conjunction with the child's parent or guardian;

• Make both verbal and written reports;

• Makes appropriate referrals to the Home-Base supervisor;

• Develops and implements plans for parent education in cooperation with parents;

• Provides educational materials, which can be left in the home. (Assists parents in developing ways of using household resources for educational activities with their children.);

• Prepares snacks during the home visits following the menu provided;

• Coordinates center-based experience with center Teachers and Assistants;

• Assists with the completion of physicals, dental and immunization records for all children;

• Abides by all applicable Agency rules and regulations;

• Other duties as assigned by the Director or appropriate Supervisor.

Qualifications: A Bachelors Degree in Social Work or Early Childhood Education preferred or an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education preferred. A minimum of a CDA credential. Must meet all requirements as established by the Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services (ODJFS). Valid Ohio driver's license and reliable transportation with liability insurance.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Demonstrate an ability to work independently and efficiently to provide positive change, utilizing the guidance of the programs performance standards and current educational plan. The ability to relate to low-income clients and children of all ethnic backgrounds. A thorough knowledge of the program and pre-school education. Good verbal and written communication skills. Willingness to continue education and attend training sessions.

Location LCCAA Head Start

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Open Date 10/15/2026

Close Date 12/17/2026

Salary Range: $16.77-$20.13 ( Depending on education)

Hours: M-F 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

This position is currently accepting applications.