Home Visitor - Head Start - PRESBYTERIAN MEDICAL SERVICES : Job Details

Job DescriptionJOB CATEGORY: EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION / HOME VISITING / FAMILY SUPPORT / DEVELOPMENTPOSITION SUMMARY: Dedicated and compassionate Case Manager to support families by offering case management, advocacy, and educational services. Assisting families access a range of resources, conduct home visits, and organize socialization activities for children. Working with both typically developing children and those with developmental differences in a home-based environment. Flexibility is required, as the position may involve reassignment to different caseloads or geographic areas within the county based on program needsQualificationsREQUIREMENTSEDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma / GED and an Infant Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) credential (with Home Visitor endorsement preferred) or a Preschool CDA with Home Visitor endorsement, or New Mexico Child Development Certificate (CDC), or equivalent required; OR
• One year certificate in Early Childhood Education; OR
• AA/AAS degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Family Studies, Social Work, or related field. A degree is considered related only when it includes six or more courses in one of the above mentioned fields; OR
• BA/BS degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Family Studies, Social Work, or related field. A degree is considered related only when it includes six or more courses in one of the above mentioned fields.

Experience in:

• Child development and early childhood education;
• Principles of child health, safety, and nutrition;
• Adult learning principles;
• Family dynamics;
• Communicating and motivating adults;
• Community resources; and;
• Linking families with appropriate resources.
• Knowledge obtained through education or experience in Early Childhood Development or Early Childhood Mental Health required.
• Bilingual Spanish or Navajo preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Have or be able to obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire. Certifications must meet the requirements listed in the document BLS / CPR / ACLS & First Aid Training Resources posted on Staurolite. It is your responsibility to keep your certifications current at all times.

SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:This position requires successful completion of an initial post-offer of employment:

• Health exam (and annually thereafter in accordance with PMS Policies).
• TB Test (and upon exposure in accordance with PMS Policies). In accordance with the federal Head Start Act, Section 648A(g) and the New Mexico Administrative Code 8.8.3., this position requires:
• Criminal Background Checks.

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS:

• May be required to use personal transportation to carry out job duties.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
• Must provide a current motor vehicle record.
• Must provide current personal owner liability automobile insurance and must maintain the insurance coverage throughout the course of employment in this position.
• Must submit to a motor vehicle record check on an as needed basis and maintain a satisfactory driving record that is within the limitations of PMS Human Resources Policy II.D.3, Automobile Usage, and applicable state and federal laws.
• Must comply with PMS Policies on Automobile Usage, II.D.3, Drug Free Workplace, III.H and applicable state and federal laws.
• May be required to complete transportation related trainings.

$1,000 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUSBONUSES

• All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements.

ABOUT PMS

• Founded in 1969, PMS is a non-profit organization with over 1,300 employees providing services at 100+ locations in New Mexico.
• Our diverse services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, early childhood education, supportive living, and senior programs.
• We concentrate our resources on meeting the needs of underserved areas of New Mexico.
• We operate the largest network of federally qualified health centers in the state.
• PMS is not affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Presbyterian Hospitals or Presbyterian Health Plan.

WHY PMS?

• Mission-driven organization
• Competitive salaries
• Nine paid holidays and generous PTO
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Free Life & LTD coverage
• Free discretionary pension plan contribution
• Employee recognition and engagement activities
• Robust training program
• Tuition Reimbursement

EOE/AA/M/F/SO/Vet/Disability