Parent Educator - Home Visitation & Family Support

EdAdvance; Connecticut; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

EdAdvance is seeking a Parent Educator for the Parents as Teachers program in the Northwest CT Region. The qualified candidate will conduct weekly home visits, provide parent education, and connect families with resources to support child development, health and safety.

Responsibilities include assessments, monthly group activities, data entry, and active professional development. A bachelor's degree and driver’s license are required; bilingual Spanish/English is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood, Human Services, Social Work or related field
• Experience with at-risk families and home visitation
• Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle

Responsibilities

• Schedule and conduct weekly home visits providing parent education and support for child development; health, nutrition and safety; parent-child activities; individual/family goals and resource connections
• Complete all required assessments and screenings on schedule
• Design and facilitate monthly group activities with colleagues to support parent connection
• Active participation in professional development through regular supervision and training
• Enter all data accurately within required time periods in required databases
• Seek and share educational/material and other resources with colleagues and families
• Participate in community collaboratives as directed

Skills

Spanish fluency

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in early childhood

Job description

EdAdvance is seeking a Parent Educator for the Parents as Teachers program in the Northwest CT Region. The qualified candidate will conduct weekly home visits, provide parent education, and connect families with resources to support child development, health and safety.

Responsibilities include assessments, monthly group activities, data entry, and active professional development. A bachelor's degree and driver’s license are required; bilingual Spanish/English is preferred.