In-Home Family Coach for Early Head Start

UAB Medicine; University (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking a Home Visitor/Family Partner for the Early Head Start program. The role provides in-home education and guidance to parents to support their child’s development and partners with families to connect them with community resources.

You will conduct weekly home visits, develop IDPs, recruit families, and document activities while collaborating with program staff to ensure high-quality services. Strong background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required.
• Background check including sex offender registry and fingerprint checks.
• Experience with children and home-based services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts weekly in-home visits with families.
• Develops and updates Individual Developmental Plans (IDP) for each child.
• Recruits eligible families and builds partnerships with program families.
• Assists families with goal setting and referrals to community resources.
• Documents visits, goal planning, and progress in timely manner.
• Participates in family reviews, staff meetings, and occasional after-hours meetings.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, psychology, counseling, social work, or related field

Job description

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking a Home Visitor/Family Partner for the Early Head Start program. The role provides in-home education and guidance to parents to support their child’s development and partners with families to connect them with community resources.

You will conduct weekly home visits, develop IDPs, recruit families, and document activities while collaborating with program staff to ensure high-quality services. Strong background checks are required.