E/Hs Family Educator (Spanish Speaking)- Walla Walla

POSITION SUMMARY:

Plans and implements comprehensive child development services to children and families enrolled in program. Provides a range of family support and advocacy services. Conducts child development screening and assessments; develops individualized learning plans for children. Conducts weekly home visits and participates periodically in Play & Learn groups. Develops Family Goal Action Plan; assists in planning and implementation of parent education activities; participates in team meetings to implement goal-oriented family plans. Assists families with community resources; refers families to community services as needed. Completes documentation of services to meet Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS) and CHSW requirements. Provides support and mentoring to other team members. Has access to protected healthcare information (PHI) or confidential identifiable information (CII), both paper and electronic, as necessary, to perform related job duties and responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Home Visiting:

• Develops a regular schedule of home visits and home-based activities to meet program standards. Prepares and implements lesson plans based on each child's developmental needs and to meet Performance Standards and work plan
• Interacts positively with children to support their individual learning and meet their social-emotional development by:
  • Conducting weekly home visits to comply with program and best practice standards.
  • Developing and maintaining a relationship with children and families
  • Assisting parents to promote feelings of security and trust with their infants and toddlers
  • Assisting parents to provide children with developmentally appropriate experiences and opportunities that allow them to develop curiosity
  • Providing services to children with developmental disabilities or medical needs

Developmental Screening and Assessment:

• Conducts screenings and/or assessments of children in all developmental areas. Coordinates screening with health professionals to evaluate the child's development to meet program standards.
• Refers to early intervention services and other appropriate community services, as necessary.
• Maintains ongoing written documentation of observations/assessments of individual children. Reviews and updates assessments in accordance with program plan and best practice standards

Individualized School Readiness Plans (ISRP):

• In accordance with program and best practice standards, develops an ISRP for each child based on assessments, screenings, and parental input. Provides a curriculum, a learning environment, and learning activities that is culturally and linguistically relevant to the developmental needs of each child and family, including pre-existing plans
• Social and Health Services: Identifies family strengths and social services needs and interests. In collaboration with the family, develops written Family Partnership Goals, assists the family to meet goals, and works with various community agencies and resources to support the family

Family Support and Parent Involvement:

• Encourages and supports families in working toward goals which have been collaboratively developed
• Provides appropriate referrals, emergency assistance, crisis intervention and support
• Participates in planning and attending family committee meetings and events throughout the year
• Attends Policy Council meetings periodically or as requested

Community Resource and Referral:

• Be actively aware of existing and new community resources providing child and family services. Maintains working relationships with staff at community agencies. Provides support and appropriate assistance to help families access needed services. Assists families in finding and accessing medical, dental and mental health homes for children and adult family members

Transition Services:

• Conducts program orientation visits with family and child to acquaint them with EHS services and to begin development of a trusting, secure relationship. If the child/family is receiving other services, meets with service providers as the family enters the program to review developmental information. As the child reaches EHS age limits, assists the family to meet the new provider to ensure a smooth transition between programs for children and families
• Interdisciplinary Planning: Participate in interdisciplinary planning for children and families, and other cross-component coordination efforts

Record Keeping:

• Maintains complete, objective, and confidential records for children and families, in accordance with program and best practice standards

Staff Training:

• Attends regional training, program and other staff in-service training
• Provides on the job technical support for new staff members and volunteers

Other:

• Advocates for the values of a diverse population within CHSW and the Community
• Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Competence in planning, organizing, scheduling, record keeping and oral and written communications
• Knowledge and experience in child development, early childhood education and/or social services; adult learning principles; and family dynamics
• Skilled in motivating families, understanding of family support principles, and parenting education. Knowledge effective communication techniques, conflict resolution skills, and adult education practices
• Knowledge of community resources and the ability to establish and build collaborative partnerships with community agencies and their staff
• Skilled in establishing relationships with individuals and families that maintain and promote self-respect and encourage independence. Ability to demonstrate acceptance of diverse health and parenting beliefs. Ability to observe and to report objectively on family functioning and progress toward achievement of identified goals. Ability to exercise judgment and to handle stressful circumstances
• Training and/or experience in teaching parents how to develop consistent, stable, and supportive relationships with infants and toddlers
• Must possess strong human relations skills to communicate and work effectively within a culturally diverse work environment and community
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and push/pull up to 30 pounds
• Proficient in MS Office
• Ability to travel and attend 3-day Parents as Teachers training within one month of hire required. Travel and training costs will be covered by CHSW

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is split between clients' homes, office, and car
• Visits involve environments that may include pets, residual smoke, and other typical household hazards like dirt and other spills (Note: we do not allow smoking during visits)
• Travel for visits occurs daily; work is often done off-site between home visits
• Travel for professional development occurs annually

WORKING REMOTELY:

Working remotely is a benefit of Children's Home Society of Washington's flexible workplace, but remote work cannot be offered for all positions. Some positions require daily presence in the office. Remote work arrangements may be adjusted or rescinded based upon business needs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to sit on the floor, crouch, or kneel regularly during home visits
• Ability to lift children if necessary
• Ability to sit in car frequently

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish is highly preferred
• Home Visitor CDA (Child Development Associate) credential from the Council for Professional Recognition and demonstrate competency to plan and implement home-based learning experiences or Associate or higher degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field with coursework equivalent to the Home Visitor CDA and demonstrate competency to plan and implement home-based learning experiences
• Access to a personal vehicle with insurance coverage and have a valid driver's license
• Proof of physical exam upon hire (updated every three years), including a one-step Mantoux TB skin test prior to start of employment. For those who have previously tested positive, documented proof of treatment from a doctor or a negative chest x-ray must be provided
• Proof of CPR and Pediatric First Aid certification is required or obtained within 30 days of hire
• HIV/Aids and blood borne pathogen training within 30 days of hire
• Obtain a Food Handler's permit within 30 days of hire
• Successful completion of a drivers check if position requires driving on a regular basis (at least three times per week) or drives consumers. Must not have more than two driving incidents within the last three years
• Completion of CHSW and DCYF criminal history background check, including registry with MERIT to include fingerprinting

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current Parents as Teachers certification a plus

SALARY RANGE AND BENEFITS:

The salary range for this position is $22.36-$30.83. The starting salary range for this position is $22.36- $24.47 DOE for external candidates.

Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan. Employees will also receive 10 days of vacation leave each year, one personal day each year, and will accrue one sick day per month (pro-rated for part-time employees). Employees will also enjoy 13 paid holidays throughout the calendar year. We also offer EAP and mental health benefits.