Parent Educator - Family Support & Education (Flexible)

Van Buren County Hospital; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Van Buren County Hospital seeks a compassionate Parent Educator to join our Parents as Teachers program. This full-time role involves home visits, parent education, developmental screenings, and connecting families with community resources to support lifelong learning.

You will educate and empower parents, recruit families, maintain documentation, and collaborate with community partners while maintaining a flexible schedule and driving throughout Van Buren County.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Education, Social Work, Human Services, Nursing, Child Development, Family Studies, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing a flexible schedule.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel throughout Van Buren County.

Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled home visits using the Parents as Teachers curriculum.
• Educate and empower parents to support their child’s learning, development, and well-being.
• Complete developmental, health, hearing, and vision screenings as required by the program.
• Connect families with community resources and supportive services.
• Plan and facilitate parent group meetings and educational activities.
• Recruit eligible families into the Parents as Teachers program.
• Maintain accurate documentation and complete required reports within established timeframes.
• Collaborate with community partners, healthcare providers, schools, and other agencies to support participating families.

Skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Independent work

Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

Van Buren County Hospital seeks a compassionate Parent Educator to join our Parents as Teachers program. This full-time role involves home visits, parent education, developmental screenings, and connecting families with community resources to support lifelong learning.

You will educate and empower parents, recruit families, maintain documentation, and collaborate with community partners while maintaining a flexible schedule and driving throughout Van Buren County.