Infant & Toddler Development Specialist — Early Head Start

CAAJLH; Jackson (MI); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

CAAJLH is seeking an Early Childhood Specialist for a Hybrid role in Jackson, MI. The position focuses on infant/toddler development, family engagement, and direct home visiting to support school readiness, parental involvement, and connections to community resources.

The role emphasizes building trust with families, maintaining records, collaborating with EHS staff, and coordinating services across inter-agency programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related human service field required; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Two years’ experience in a related field preferred.
• Infant Mental Health training preferred.
• Active state licensing in designated field preferred; Endorsement in Infant Mental Health Level II preferred.
• Valid Michigan Driver’s License and reliable transportation.
• Excellent verbal and written skills; ability to document case notes and reports in a timely fashion.
• Ability to work independently and advocate for children and families.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a caseload and conduct weekly home visits to promote school readiness and infant/toddler development.
• Provide case management and support services using the Infant Mental Health model and Early Head Start curriculum.
• Develop goal plans to prepare infants/toddlers for preschool readiness and advocate for families as needed.
• Establish trusting relationships with parents from diverse backgrounds and communicate effectively on their behalf.
• Complete required family services components, including family partnership process, assessments, goals, crisis support, and referrals.
• Coordinate team meetings and collaborate with community partners to support child, family, and agency outcomes.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work or related human service field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

CAAJLH is seeking an Early Childhood Specialist for a Hybrid role in Jackson, MI. The position focuses on infant/toddler development, family engagement, and direct home visiting to support school readiness, parental involvement, and connections to community resources.

The role emphasizes building trust with families, maintaining records, collaborating with EHS staff, and coordinating services across inter-agency programs.