Home Visitor

High Point & Affiliated Organizations; Taunton (MA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

403b - Retirement

FSA & DCA

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Southeast Massachusetts Council on Advocacy (SEMCOA) is hiring a Home Visitor for the Healthy Families Massachusetts program in Taunton, MA. The role involves delivering home visits to families, completing assessments, and coordinating services to support parenting and child development.

The position is full-time with some evenings and weekends. Non-traditional hours and hybrid eligibility are available, with a focus on trauma-informed, culturally competent services and strong collaboration with

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in human services or related field preferred.
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Responsibilities

• Complete Healthy Families Massachusetts orientation and trainings.
• 1 Keep detailed records and maintain confidentiality.
• 3 Provide consistent, strength-based home visits based on participant needs.
• 4 Complete required assessments for appropriate service delivery.
• 5 Develop Family Service Plans and monitor progress toward goals.
• 6 Plan curriculum tailored to participant needs and interests.
• 7 Make community referrals and follow up as needed.
• 8 Maintain written/electronic records per policies.
• 9 Facilitate groups and help with events for participants.
• 10 Attend supervision and staff meetings; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Independent work

Trauma-Informed Care

Cultural competence

Basic computer skills

Driver’s license

CORI/SORI background check

Education

Associate’s degree in human services or related field

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic participant record system

HPAO systems and applications

Job description

Location: Southeast Massachusetts Council on Advocacy (SEMCOA) - Healthy Families Program - Taunton, MA
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent (GED), associate's degree preferred
Pay Range: $20-$22/hr depending on experience and education
Status: Full Time; including some evenings & weekends
Shift: Non-traditional business hours; Remote work/hybrid eligible

About Us

The Southeast Massachusetts Council on Advocacy (SEMCOA) mission is to advocate for and provide support to individuals, families, and communities in the areas of substance use, mental illness, domestic violence, homelessness, and parenting. SEMCOA operates four emergency assistance family shelters that provide supportive services to families and assist them with securing permanent housing. SEMCOA also provides residential recovery home treatment to individuals with substance use disorders, as well as transitional and permanent housing stability and support programs. Our portfolio also includes two graduate sober houses, the Family Preservation Program, as well as Greater Brockton and Greater Attleboro-Taunton Healthy Families programs.

Healthy Families Massachusetts (HFM) is a statewide, voluntary home-based family support and coaching program for first-time parents funded by the Children’s Trust. This voluntary, home-based family support program is for first time parents and helps to create a stable and nurturing environment for the child, providing support during pregnancy and the child’s first three years of life. Home visitors teach parents about infant care, promote nurturing and attachment, practice effective parenting skills, and ensure parents have a solid understanding of healthy child development. Group services are offered to promote social connectedness. The program also assists parents on achieving personal goals related to education, employment, and the health/wellness of the family. In addition, resources and referrals are provided as appropriate.

Home Visitor Requirements

• Must present as courteous and professional at all times
• Demonstrated flexibility and ability to perform multiple tasks
• Must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to organize ideas in logical and clear fashion
• Ability to organize and prioritize a demanding workload while adhering to project timelines
• Knowledge of basic computer skills and software programs including the ability to learn, use Children’s Trust’s electronic participant record system and HPAO systems and applications
• Knowledge of infant, child and adolescent development, parent/child attachment, and maternal-infant health
• Knowledge of area community resources
• Must have the ability to work independently and with others in cooperative and collaborative manner
• Ability to understand and implement Trauma Informed Care
• Maintains appropriate boundaries and adheres to code of ethics
• Comply with federal and state regulations concerning confidentiality
• Understand and adhere to all applicable policies and procedures of HPAO
• Complete TB screening requirements
• Certification in the HPAO approved de-escalation program
• CPR and First Aid Certification
• Reliable transportation, satisfactory driving record, and a valid Massachusetts Driver’s License for a minimum of three years
• Satisfactory response to a CORI & SORI

Home Visitor Duties & Responsibilities

• Successfully complete all Healthy Families Massachusetts required orientation and trainings
• Completion of ongoing training as appropriate for professional growth and skill development
• Practice and promote the mission of HFM and SEMCOA
• Provide consistent, strength-based home visits based on participant needs and service level match
• Complete all required assessments to ensure appropriate service delivery
• Assist in the development of the Family Service Plan and monitor goal progress and achievement
• Plan curriculum according to participant needs, goals, and identified interest
• Make community referrals when appropriate and maintain contact for follow up
• Maintain all written/electronic records according to HFM policies
• Assists in the development and facilitation of groups and social events for participants
• Actively attend and participate in supervision and staff meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Function Manager/Coordinator/Supervisor

Home Visitor Qualifications

Associate’s degree in human services or related field preferred

High School Diploma or equivalent required

Experience working with or providing services to children and families/participants

Experience with and willingness to work with culturally diverse populations among program’s target population

Experience in home visiting, curriculum planning and/or group facilitations

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long & short-term disability
• Discounted auto/home and renters' insurance
• 403b - Retirement
• FSA & DCA
• PFML
• Employee Assistance Program
• Eligibility for free classes to become a Licensed Counselor or Recovery Coach
• Education days to use towards CEU's
• Free meals at select programs and when available
• Unmatched Leave Time (FT employees can earn up to 3 weeks in first year)

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