Early Head Start

EARLY HEAD START HOME VISITOR Department: Early Childhood Services

Work Site: Farwell, Gladwin, Mecosta, Midland, Osceola Offices Responsible to: ECS Educator Status: Hourly

General Responsibilities:  Assist with the coordination and implementation of the Early Head Start program to meet the Head Start Program Performance Standards.  Ensure quality program service delivery.  Protect the privacy of customers/families and hold in confidence all information obtained in the course of service.

Specific Duties:  Provide weekly in home visits with each family. (up to 12 families)  Provide weekly home visits for a minimum of 1.5 hours each.  Provide home visits on a weekly basis with no less than 46 completed home visits annually.  Promote and support effective parent-child interactions using routines and the family home as the primary learning environment.  Facilitate Family Partnership Agreements and Parent, Family, Community Engagement Goal Assessments with each family.  Conduct ongoing child assessments with the children and their parents and use the results to plan for individualization.  Must engage the family’s participation in socialization and parent meeting experiences.  Must plan and attend socialization experiences.  Analyze data for use in daily planning and individualization. (TSG, Dashboard, Developmental Screen and all other program data sources)  Complete all required assessments within the timeline prescribed by the program/performance standards.  Make all efforts to assure the safety and well being of every child and family in the program.  Assure appropriate referrals for services are made on behalf of the children and families.  Work collaboratively with community partners in delivering quality services to children and families.  Work effectively with Educators and Regional Coordinators in meeting program and overall departmental monthly, quarterly and annual goals and objectives.  Work collaboratively with ECS Management Team to make sure all areas of service are in compliance and continually improving.  Responsible for the care, upkeep and maintenance of assigned agency vehicle.  Accurately complete required program documentation and record keeping in a neat and timely manner.  Recruit families and promote agency programs within the community.  Participate in personal and professional development activities, including staff meetings, conferences, training opportunities, as identified and approved by supervisors.  Attend community events and meetings to support the agency programs; including evening and weekend events/meetings.  All other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Qualifications:

 Bachelors’ degree in Child Development with a Family Life/Studies minor (or equivalent coursework) or Bachelors’ Degree in Family Life/Studies with a Child Development minor (or equivalent coursework) or a Home Visitor Child Development Associate Credential or Associates’ degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development.  Early Head Start/Head Start experience a plus  Family Service Credential within 18 months of hire or the first session offered thereafter.  A minimum of 1 year experience with young children and families.  Infant/toddler experiences preferred  Creative Curriculum/Teaching Strategies Gold preferred  Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively

 Demonstrated ability as a strength based leader

 Demonstrated ability to present information to community groups

Additional Requirements:  Possess a solid knowledge base with respect to child development and family services and seek to expand knowledge at every opportunity.  Complete additional certification as required.  Maintain confidentiality and code of ethics at all times.  Must have Proficient Computer Skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet)  Must have reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, provide proof of insurance, pass State Police criminal clearance check and MMCAA’s “Insurance Carriers” driving record review.  Successfully complete Criminal History and Child Abuse/Neglect clearance procedures at time of hire and when requested.  Shall provide written report by a physician stating their physical capability and freedom from communicable tuberculosis.  Must have good communication and organizational skills, and be able to work effectively with people.  Must be self-directed and able to multi-task in a fast paced environment.  Must possess the ability to prioritize and complete tasks in order to deliver desired outcomes within allocated time frames.  Must be willing to accept new challenges.  The ability to navigate and effectively resolve conflict.  The job duties require a working cell phone for accessibility to supervisors, clients, or co-worker or to enhance personal safety while away from the office location. The agency will provide a cell phone as needed.  Must comply with Agency tobacco free and drug free policies.  Understand the importance of daily work attendance, and its impact on coworkers, clients, and the agency