Parent Educator

Humboldt County; Eureka (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Humboldt County invites applications for the Parent Educator - Healthy Moms role within the Department of Health and Human Services. The program supports pregnant and parenting women, integrating substance use treatment, parenting education, and on-site childcare in a collaborative, trauma-informed team.

The position emphasizes delivering education, coordinating with partners, and supporting families through community outreach and in-community activities.

Qualifications

• Presenting information to adults in a classroom or group setting.
• Developing, reviewing and adapting curriculum materials.
• Planning, assigning, evaluating, and directing the work of others.
• Working with individuals from a variety of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Under direction, plans and presents information on parenting and child development to clients of the Healthy Moms Program; supervises and directs the work of assigned staff.
• Facilitates support groups and assists parents in solving problems relating to parenting and the care of young children.
• Maintains records and coordinates with partner agencies to support client services.

Job description

Parent Educator - Healthy Moms

Department of Health and Human Services

Are you interested in making a difference? If so, please consider joining our dedicated team at the Department of Health & Human Services! This position plays a vital role in supporting pregnant and parenting women as they build both recovery and confidence in their parenting skills. As part of the Healthy Moms Program, the Parent Educator works within a collaborative, trauma-informed team that integrates substance use treatment, parenting education, and on-site childcare. This is meaningful, relationship-centered work that directly strengthens families and improves long-term outcomes for both parents and children.

Highlights:

• Providing parenting education services to pregnant and parenting women with children ages 0-5 years in both group and individual settings.
• Working in collaboration and cooperation within an interdisciplinary substance use disorder treatment team.
• Providing outreach and coordination with community partners to support client access to additional information and services including guest presenters.
• Travelling offsite as needed to support clients and their families with parenting-related activities in the community.

Location:

This position is located at 2910 H St, Eureka, CA 95501

Hours:

Mon - Fri, 8am - 5pm

DEFINITION

Under direction, plans and presents information on parenting and child development to clients of the Healthy Moms Program; supervises and directs the work of assigned staff.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

• Provides information on child development, the effects of drug and alcohol abuse on families, and related issues to parents in a classroom or group setting.
• Facilitates support groups and assists parents in solving problems relating to parenting and the care of young children.
• Develops curriculum materials and handouts; reviews and adapts materials from other sources.
• Plans, assigns, reviews and evaluates the work of assigned staff.
• Participates in the selection of personnel and conducts orientation and in-service training.
• Observes parents' interaction with children and provides individual feedback; models appropriate parenting techniques.
• Participates in meetings with other staff to coordinate treatment plans.
• Administers tests and assessment instruments to determine children's developmental level in areas such as language, cognitive, motor, emotional, social and sensory abilities; refers children to other agencies for treatment or further assessment if appropriate.
• Maintains records of immunizations for children of program participants.
• Maintains a variety of written records including progress notes.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and current trends in early childhood development.
• Principles of drug and alcohol abuse and the effects on the family.
• Basic supervisory principles and practices.
• Federal, state and local agencies which provide services to families with young children.
• Testing and assessment instruments which are appropriate for evaluating toddlers and young children.
• Principles and practices of adult education.

Skill in:

• Presenting information to adults in a classroom or group setting.
• Developing, reviewing and adapting curriculum materials.
• Planning, assigning, evaluating, and directing the work of others.
• Working with individuals from a variety of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, often in stressful circumstances.
• Assessing normal and abnormal development and behavior in children and developing appropriate referrals and treatment plans.
• Exercising sound independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Training others in work procedures.
• Preparing clear, complete and accurate documentation and other written materials.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with clients, other staff and representatives of other agencies.

Other Requirements:

Must possess a valid California driver’s license.

Desirable Education and Experience:

Equivalent to graduation from a four year college or university with major coursework in child development, home economics or a related field and one year of experience providing information to adults in a group setting.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

The County utilizes a set of rules to ensure that our hiring processes are fair and equitable. Applications will be screened and those considered qualified will be invited to appear for an oral and/or written examination. Meeting the requirements does not guarantee inclusion into the selection process. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of additional application screening, written and/or practical exam(s), oral interview, or any combination thereof.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

Research indicates that individuals in protected classes can be less likely to submit a job application. The County of Humboldt is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where our employees are free to bring their full selves to work each day in an environment that allows them to reach their full potential. The County Board of Supervisors has made organizational commitments to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and the County is working to ensure that these commitments are reflected in all we do. The County recognizes that certain populations (BIPOC, Disabled Persons, Veterans, LGBTQIA+ community members, etc.) face systemic and structural challenges which may inhibit their ability to satisfy every requirement of the position. In recognition of these structural and systemic factors, the Human Resources Department understands that experience can be gained in many ways – oftentimes, outside of formal institutions – and strives to take a holistic approach in assessing an applicant’s qualifications for a position.

If you’re excited about this role but your past work experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

The County of Humboldt is committed to providing equal access and opportunities in its programs, activities, and employment, and does not discriminate on the basis of mental or physical disabilities. The Human Resources Department is located in the Humboldt County Courthouse, which has an accessible entrance on 4th Street. Accessible parking is available adjacent to the 4th Street entrance and on the 4th Street side of the K Street lot. Special testing arrangements may be made to accommodate disabilities or religious convictions. If invited to an examination and you are in need of a reasonable accommodation, please contact Human Resources immediately at [phone] so arrangements can be made.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The county is an equal opportunity employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religion or religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, military service, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws or ordinances.

MEDICAL EXAMINATION

A pre-employment medical examination provided by the County may be required upon offer of employment.

OTHER EXAMINATIONS

Some positions also require psychological evaluation and/or extensive background investigation.

LICENSES

Some classifications require possession of valid professional and/or technical licenses. Some classifications may require the possession of a valid California driver’s license.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD

Persons appointed to regular County positions serve a probationary period. This is normally six (6) months but could be up to one (1) year. All designated safety employees serve a one-year probationary period.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY

It is the County’s intention to hire only those workers who are authorized to work in the United States, pursuant to the Immigration Act of 1990. If you are offered employment, you will be required to verify your eligibility to work in the United States. For law enforcement positions you will be required to verify your U.S. citizenship or legalized status.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS

All County of Humboldt employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS BULLETIN DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. THE COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE NECESSARY MODIFICATIONS TO THE EXAMINATION PLAN IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE HUMBOLDT COUNTY MERIT SYSTEM RULES.