Parent Aide - Educator

Northeast Family Services; Brattleboro (VT); On-site; USD 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

3 weeks paid vacation

11 paid holidays

401k retirement plan with up to 4%匹

Job summary

Northeast Family Services is seeking a dedicated Parent Aide/Educator to support in-home services for NH clients. You will collaborate with the clinical team, respond to referrals, and help create and document treatment plans with families and DCYF.

The role emphasizes parent education, supervising visits, and ensuring safety. Requires driving, reliable internet, and eligibility to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with 4 years minimum of experience working with children, youth and families in a home or community setting.
• Associates degree with 2 years minimum experience working with children, youth and families in a home or community setting preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with reliable and consistent access to a vehicle.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
• Access to high speed, secure internet required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains assigned caseload and ensures the proper implementation of in-home services in accordance with referrals made by DCYF.
• Works collaboratively with DCYF to respond to referral requests, create treatment plans, participate in treatment meetings, and provide regular service specific documentation.
• Develops and collaborates on treatment plan formation with measurable and attainable goals in partnership with families and DCYF.
• Adheres to all documentation requirements of service delivery including assessment writing and report writing.
• Participates in reporting progress to the court system through in person appearances and written reporting as requested.
• Provides parent education and supervised visitation to children, adults, and families in home and community-based settings.
• Offers parent coaching and support including provision of effective parenting strategies, meeting healthcare and educational needs of children, understanding developmental milestones, meal preparation and budgeting.
• Enforces supervised visitation expectations as identified by DCYF to ensure child safety.
• Interfaces with DCYF, the NH court system, schools, behavioral health providers, and any other involved members of the treatment team as necessary to provide quality service delivery.
• Successfully assesses client risk on an ongoing basis and consult with clinical supervisor regarding any safety concerns.
• Transportation of clients, including children and adults, requiring car seat and booster seat installation.
• On-call rotation: responsible for responding to phone to provide support to families as utilized.
• Early evening availability required for working hours. Most visits to clients are in the afternoon or early evenings. Must have flexible availability to work due to this. Schedule/hours are subject to our clients needs.
• Ability to successfully document all clinical contacts and documentation through Electronic Health System.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Access to high-speed internet

Authorized to work in the U.S.

Education

High school diploma plus 4 years experience

Associates degree plus 2 years experience (preferred)

Job description

Ready for a summer schedule that works for you? Summer Fun Fridays at Northeast Family Services! We close at 12:30pm every Friday from Memorial Day through Labor Day — giving our team more time to relax, recharge, and enjoy the summer sunshine! Northeast Family Services is a premier mental health provider with over 20 years of experience providing services to children, youth, and families. Are you looking for a rewarding career helping children and families? Are you interested in working for a dynamic organization that is invested in their clients and staff? If you’re a dedicated mental health professional seeking a new role, we are looking for YOU! Don’t miss this opportunity to join a rapidly growing and well-regarded organization. The Parent Aide/Educator will report to the Clinical Supervisor. In collaboration with other members of the clinical team, the case manager is responsible for serving as a liaison for the treatment team, client, families and collateral service providers. Positions are available NOW throughout New Hampshire! This position specifically services NH clients only!

Responsibilities

• Maintains assigned caseload and ensures the proper implementation of in-home services in accordance with referrals made by DCYF.
• Works collaboratively with DCYF to respond to referral requests, create treatment plans, participate in treatment meetings, and provide regular service specific documentation.
• Develops and collaborates on treatment plan formation with measurable and attainable goals in partnership with families and DCYF.
• Adheres to all documentation requirements of service delivery including assessment writing and report writing.
• Participates in reporting progress to the court system through in person appearances and written reporting as requested.
• Provides parent education and supervised visitation to children, adults, and families in home and community-based settings.
• Offers parent coaching and support including provision of effective parenting strategies, meeting healthcare and educational needs of children, understanding developmental milestones, meal preparation and budgeting.
• Enforces supervised visitation expectations as identified by DCYF to ensure child safety.
• Interfaces with DCYF, the NH court system, schools, behavioral health providers, and any other involved members of the treatment team as necessary to provide quality service delivery.
• Successfully assesses client risk on an ongoing basis and consult with clinical supervisor regarding any safety concerns.
• Transportation of clients, including children and adults, requiring car seat and booster seat installation.
• On-call rotation: responsible for responding to phone to provide support to families as utilized.
• Early evening availability required for working hours. Most visits to clients are in the afternoon or early evenings. Must have flexible availability to work due to this. Schedule/hours are subject to our clients needs.
• Ability to successfully document all clinical contacts and documentation through Electronic Health System.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Experience

• High school diploma with 4 years minimum of experience working with children, youth and families in a home or community setting OR
• Associates degree with 2 years minimum experience working with children, youth and families in a home or community setting preferred
• Valid driver’s license with reliable and consistent access to a vehicle
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
• Access to high speed, secure internet required.

Benefits (Full time employees)

• Health, dental & vision
• Summer Fun Fridays! Early Friday closures at 12:30pm from Memorial Day through Labor Day
• 3 weeks paid vacation
• 11 paid holidays (including Juneteenth, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and NY Eve.)
• Generous sick time including mental health days
• 401k retirement plan with up to 4% match
• Voluntary short and long-term disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Longevity award - Monetary bonus and a vacation day annually
• Company provided laptop and cell phone
• Opportunity for professional growth
• Supervision for licensure provided
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Personal cell phone discount

Compensation

• Salary: up to 45k