Healthy Families Family Support Specialist Home Visitor (Jefferson County)

You must complete an NCPPC application to be considered for this position.

Application and full job description located at: https://ncppc.org/career/family-support-specialist-jefferson/

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on families during the crucial early stages of childhood?

Are you a dedicated individual with a heart for promoting child and family health?

If so, we invite you to join our Healthy Families Jefferson/Lewis team at the North Country Prenatal/Perinatal Council, Inc. (NCPPC).

About Us:
HFJL is an evidence-based, accredited parent support and early intervention program that focuses on strenthening families, promoting positive parent-child bonding, and fostering child health and development. We follow the Healthy Families America (HFA) Best Practice Standards as part of the Healthy Families New York system.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct outreach and screenings to identify eligible caregivers.
• Establish trusting relationships through in-home visits.
• Provide long-term support using a family-centered, strength-based approach.
• Engage in evidence-based activities to enhance parent-child interaction.
• Collaborate with community agencies and participate in outreach events.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in home visiting and prevention services focused on the prenatal to age 5 population.
• Understanding of reflective practice, motivational techniques, and infant and child development.
• Familiarity with diverse communities and cultural sensitivity.
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate degree or higher in human services or a related field.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficiency in using technology (computer, smartphone, Microsoft Office 365, Adobe PDF).
• Valid driver's license, reliable personal car, and active auto insurance policy.
• Ability to pass criminal and child abuse/neglect background checks.

Why Join HFJL:

• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of families in your community.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $37,500.00 - $39,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Watertown, NY 13601 (Required)

Work Location: In person