Parent Education Instructor

Judson Center; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-Paid Life Insurance & Long‑R/

Pre-tax Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

Judson Center is seeking a dedicated professional to provide parent education and support visitation services in home settings. The role emphasizes strengthening family functioning through structured assessments and goal-oriented plans.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology or related field, plus at least two years of family services experience and Michigan state registration.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years experience in family and children services preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree issued in Social Work, Psychology or related field.
• Must meet the qualifications of contract requirements and other governmental and accrediting bodies.
• Must be registered in the State of Michigan.
• Perform initial and ongoing assessments to gather psychological history and assess current functioning at the point of intake and develop goals that are measurable.
• Complete Initial Family Assessment on time in order for the goals to be developed and set a guideline for measuring progress.
• Educate, teach and model skills in parenting, childcare, communication, household management and other needed areas in order to strengthen the overall family functioning.
• Work with families in the achievement of set goals, as well as referrals to other service providers to assist with achieving goal.
• Knowledge in crisis intervention, resource development, & solution focused systems

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing assessments to gather psychological history and assess current functioning at intake.
• Develop measurable goals for family progress.
• Educate and model parenting, childcare, and household management skills.
• Engage families to achieve set goals and coordinate referrals.
• Apply crisis intervention principles and connect families with resources.

Skills

Family/Children services experience

Crisis intervention

Resource development

Solution-focused systems

Parenting education

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology or related field

State of Michigan professional registration

Job description

• 100% Employer Paid Employer Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Account

Join our growing team, committed to service excellence!

About Judson Center –Since 1924, Judson Center has been a leader in human services. We have locations in five counties, Wayne, Washtenaw, Oakland, Macomb and Genesee, providing compassionate and comprehensive services to thousands of children, adults, and families annually.

Job Summary:

Parent Education and supported visitation services are provided within the home in order to improve parent/child interaction and work on increasing parenting skills. The Bavolek Parent Nurturing model is used.

Job Qualifications:

• Minimum two years experience in family and children services preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree issued in Social Work, Psychology or related field
• Must meet the qualifications of contract requirements and other governmental and accrediting bodies
• Must be registered in the State of Michigan
• Perform initial and ongoing assessments to gather psychological history and assess current functioning at the point of intake and develop goals that are measurable.
• Complete Initial Family Assessment on time in order for the goals to be developed and set a guideline for measuring progress.
• Educate, teach and model skills in parenting, childcare, communication, household management and other needed areas in order to strengthen the overall family functioning.
• Work with families in the achievement of set goals, as well as referrals to other service providers to assist with achieving goal.
• Knowledge in crisis intervention, resource development, & solution focused systems

No phone calls please. Judson Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer