Home Visitor: Empower Families in Early Head Start

Astor Services Inc.; Howland (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal days

Full benefits package

School calendar time off

Sick time

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Medical and dental plan (individual &/

Growth opportunities

CDA credential training

Job summary

Astor Services Inc. seeks a Home Visitor to support pregnant women, infants, and families in Early Head Start programs through home visits, socializations, and advocacy in line with Head Start standards.

The role involves maintaining records, coordinating health services, referring families to resources, and developing individualized Transition Plans with families, while promoting child development through curriculum-based activities and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or GED.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Valid driver’s license with two years of experience required.
• Home-based CDA or coursework in Early Childhood Education or Family Services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain confidential and up-to-date records for each child and family.
• Assist families to obtain health services and ensure health/nutrition needs are met.
• Refer families to educational and community resources and advocate for them as needed.
• Create a Transition Plan for each child.
• Conduct developmental assessments for Home base children and tailor activities.
• Utilize curriculum resources to provide nutrition, dental information, and learning activities.

Skills

Record keeping

Family advocacy

Health coordination

Community resources

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Home Based CDA or coursework in Early Childhood Education or Family Services preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Astor Services Inc. seeks a Home Visitor to support pregnant women, infants, and families in Early Head Start programs through home visits, socializations, and advocacy in line with Head Start standards.

The role involves maintaining records, coordinating health services, referring families to resources, and developing individualized Transition Plans with families, while promoting child development through curriculum-based activities and community engagement.