Early Head Start Home Visitor - Opportunities for Otsego : Job Details

Early Head Start Home VisitorEarly Head Start is seeking compassionate go-getters to build relationships with parents and provide home-based services that promote the physical, cognitive, and social/emotional development of infants and toddlers.As Home Visitor you will:

• Conduct weekly home visits to enrolled families and organize monthly family engagement events
• Guide parents to be their child's first teacher and promote the home as a primary learning environment by introducing parents and other family members to fun educational activities and curriculum
• Link families and children to community supports, healthcare, and other resources based on their strengths and needs
• Promote program participation by attending outreach events, canvasing neighborhoods, and maintaining relationships with community service providers

This is a year-round position offering flexible hours and access to an agency vehicle/mileage reimbursement for travel within Otsego County. Occasional evening and weekend hours.Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in human services, social work, child and family studies or related field; one year experience in an early childhood program; proficient in basic computer skills and software; valid New York State driver's license and reliable vehicle; obtain Family Development Credential within 18 months of hire.Pay Range Guide:

• Standard Start Rate - education and experience meet job requirements
• Advanced Start Rate - education and experience exceed job requirements (subject to approval)

Pay Range: $20.19 - $23.22 per hour