Parent Educator

Bethany Christian Services; Effingham (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Generous time off

Education reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Long-term disability insurance

Group life insurance

Job summary

Bethany Christian Services is seeking a Parent Educator to support at‑risk families in the home, teaching homemaking skills and parenting strategies while connecting them with community resources. You will help keep children safe and families together through proactive coaching and case‑management collaboration.

The role emphasizes confidential family support, bilingual communication when possible, and a commitment to faith‑based service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's level degree in Human Services or equivalent from an accredited college.
• Prior work experience in child care, with families, and/or social work is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Bilingual, English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with families in the home, teaching homemaking skills and parenting needs.
• Observe family interactions and redirect as needed for parenting.
• Provide transportation for parents and children to scheduled appointments.
• Report all child abuse and neglect.
• Maintain accurate records of family interactions.
• Report progress to case managers for future services.
• Attend mandated trainings.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Confidentiality

Driving required

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services or equivalent

Job description

Rooted in our Christian faith, Bethany Christian Services works to ensure children are safe, loved, and connected through family. Across 29 states, we strengthen families, support foster care and adoption, and walk alongside refugees with compassion. Here, living out your faith means using your gifts to bring hope and a lasting impact.

As a Parent Educator you will give unsupported and isolated families more stability to get through hard times. As part of our Bethany team, you'll help parents connect with community resources and build support networks to keep their families together and their children out of foster care. By strengthening families before crisis hits, you'll help them stay where they belong- together.

How Your Role Makes a Difference

• Work directly with families in the home, teaching and demonstrating homemaking skills, parenting needs, and utilize effective resources;
• Observe all family members interactions and redirect family members according to parenting needs and parent and/or child behaviors;
• Provide transportation for parents and children to and from scheduled appointments;
• Report all child abuse and neglect;
• Maintain accurate records of family interactions;
• Report progress and make recommendation to case managers for future services;
• Immediately report any significant events, changes in family circumstances, or unusual incidents involving family members;
• Attend all mandated trainings;
• Essential job responsibilities may vary based on the specific needs of each program/department;
• May be required or asked to participate in a Bethany sponsored event;
• Complete other duties as assigned.

What Will Make You Successful

• Bachelor's level degree in Human Services or equivalent level of study from an accredited college;
• Prior work experience in child care, with families, and/or social work, preferred;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Bilingual, English/Spanish preferred;
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible, creative, and compassionate to meet the needs of children;
• Exercise a high level of confidentiality;
• Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
• Must be 21 years old with a valid driver's license with at least 3 years driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany;
• Must pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate coverage;
• Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries;
• Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Commitment to Unity.

We Invest in You

• Experience a team environment with other professionals who are motivated by faith, support one another, pursueexcellence, and are in it for the long haul
• Access to training, professional development, and career growth opportunities
• Comprehensive health insurance(medical,dental,andvision)
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match eligibility
• Generoustimeoff(11paidholidays,PTOYour Way,paidparentalleave,separatesickandpaidabsencebanks)
• Access to education reimbursement for those that qualify
• Comprehensive employee assistance and wellness program
• Employerpaidlong-termdisabilityandgroup termlifeinsurance

Salary disclosure for residents of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Washington D.C., Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, & New York*

Note: Bethany's compensation plan accounts for geographical differentials

Accepting On-Going Applications

Link to full Benefits Package (Total Rewards Guide) is on the Bethany Career Page