Home Visitor (Bilingual) (2555)

Job DetailsJob Location: 362 Regency Square - Houston, TX 77036Position Type: Full-TimeEducation Level: Trade, Technical, and VocationalTravel Percentage: Frequent Local Travel (up to 50%)Job Category: EducationPOSITION OVERVIEW

The Home Visitor in the home-based program option is responsible for education, case management, and family advocacy to families in an assigned caseload by providing and linking families to comprehensive services including home visits and socialization activities. This position works with typically developing children and children with disabilities. Because this position is one part of a large system of services provided to children and families, this position also serves as a social service referral person and shares responsibility for parent involvement in the program.

Expected Positive Outcomes

JOB FUNCTIONS

Benchmark Job

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Remote Work Eligible

Essential Functions

Essential Function

Plan and implement a developmentally appropriate home-based program for pregnant women and children ages birth to five and their families. Follows a comprehensive Home Based Curriculum Guide

Conduct weekly 90-minute home visits to young children and their families

Facilitate planned and organized group socialization experiences twice a month.

Provide families with developmentally appropriate activities and information designed to enhance the child’s intellectual, social-emotional, motor and language abilities.

Assist pregnant women to access comprehensive prenatal and postpartum care, through referrals. (EHS)

Works with parent to develop an individual plan for the child to include goal setting based on identified needs and prescriptions for objectives and activities to meet established goals (outcomes).

Promote parental involvement in curriculum planning Policy Council, parent committees and other community groups.

Screens, observes and documents child observations in GOLD.

Ensure an appropriate written Transition Plan for all children, six months before their third birthday; provide parents with training and information and establish communication to facilitate and coordinate the transition.

Additional Responsibilities

Required for All Jobs

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Performs other duties as assigned

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Complies with all policies and standards

QualificationsPREFERRED/ REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Education Level

Education Details

Required/ Preferred

Bachelor's

Degree

Preferred

or

Associate's

Degree

in Child Development, Education, Social Science or related field

Preferred

and

(Early Head Start Home Visitor)-Child Development Associate (CDA)

Required

and

Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Required

Work Experience

Experience

Experience Details

Required/ Preferred

1-3 years

At least 2 years’ experience working with children and families in a human service setting.

Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

KSAs

Proficiency

Demonstrated knowledge of principles and practices of adult education. Ability to assist parents in devising and implementing strategies which will enable the families to maintain or work towards a stable and self-sufficient lifestyle.

Capacity to problem solves, handle crises, and work with families and children of low-income backgrounds.

Ability to work sensitively with families of diverse ethnic, language and cultural backgrounds.

Willingness to work primarily in the homes of families residing in high-risk communities.

Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the agency.

Valid Texas Driver’s License, good driving record and reliable vehicle.

Must have own transportation and be able to travel independently to the homes of participating families.

Satisfactory completion of American Red Cross First Aid and CPR for children and adults within 30 days of employment (maintain current certificate during employment).

Current Blood Borne Pathogens training certificate within 30 days of employment (maintain current certificate during employment).

COMPUTER PROFICIENCY:

• Intermediate skill in use of Windows, Excel, and MS Word. Database management (PROMIS) experiences a plus.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bilingual Spanish / English preferred but not required.

Licenses and Certifications

Licenses/Certifications

Licenses/Certification Details

Time Frame

Required/ Preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS Physical Demands

A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Demand

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Weight

Standing

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Walking

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Sitting

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Lifting

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Carrying

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Pushing

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Pulling

Climbing

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Balancing

Stooping

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Kneeling

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Crouching

Crawling

Reaching

Handling

Grasping

Feeling

Talking

Hearing

Repetitive Motions

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

Working Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to work within the selected working environments.

Working Condition

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Extreme cold

Extreme heat

Humid

Wet

Noise

Hazards

Temperature Change

Atmospheric Conditions

Vibration

BakerRipley is an equal opportunity employer/program. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any status protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for persons with disabilities.