Job Type Full-timeDescriptionCome join the amazing Community Action Program of Belknap-Merrimack team!We are a private non-profit committed to doing all we can in the fight against poverty. Our legacy goes back to the 1960's and we manage over 70 programs designed to help those who need it most. You'll join a team of talented and passionate people who are motivated to make our community as strong and resilient as possible.Working for Head Start and Early Head Start provides an opportunity to support the most vulnerable children in your community and help them and their families achieve success in school and in life.You'll join a team of talented and passionate people who are motivated to make our community as strong and resilient as possible.HOURS: Monday - Friday, 37.5 hours per week.POSITION SUMMARY:Responsible for providing a quality program for prenatal women and families with emphasis on the social-emotional and cognitive development of infants and toddlers. Responsible for providing a quality home visiting experience for each participating family that provides opportunities designed to enhance the parent-child relationship, promote the development of parenting skills, and foster an environment in which the child can develop to his or her full potential. Responsible for planning group activities and educational opportunities for parents. Facilitates parent participation in the development of the Family Partnership Agreement and provides support and referrals to other community agencies.PROGRAM RESPONSIBILITES:
- Provides weekly home visits for home-based families, regular visits/contacts for center-based families and prenatal women, scheduling all contacts at the convenience of the family.
- Ensures that annual required home visit numbers are maintained by scheduling home visits for families with the Health Services Coordinator as needed and that all visits are documented on the Family Contact Record and in ChildPlus.
- Plans developmentally appropriate curriculum in collaboration with parent during weekly home visits for parent to engage child in activities designed to enhance the parent/child relationship and promote the child's growth and development. Uses the EHS Home Visit Plan as a tool to plan, record and document curriculum, in conjunction with the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework.
- Plans activities and educational opportunities for prenatal women during home visits with the goal of a healthy pregnancy outcome with the use of PAT and supplementation with the Partners for a Healthy Baby Curriculum.
- Completes Family Interests and Needs Survey with families at or near enrollment, and again mid-year. Follows up with requested information and referrals resources.
- Facilitates parents' participation in the development of Family Partnership Agreement. Updates with family on an ongoing basis.
- Responsible for keeping required records in accordance with the program's health requirements; physical examinations, vision, hearing, dental screenings, dental exams and all necessary follow-up in these areas or other health needs. Documents progress and completion of events in ChildPlus.
- Provides support to EHS/HS families through information, education and referrals to appropriate resources. Provides follow-up as needed.
AGENCY RESPONSIBILTIIES:You are part of something bigger than just your program and every CAPBM employee is accountable for delivering the highest quality of service and support to all of our stakeholders including program participants, clients, volunteers, coworkers, contractors, vendors, and any other individual touched by the work we do.
- Be committed to the Agency's Mission, Vision, and Values.
- Express courtesy and willingness to assist others while providing positive, prompt, and quality assistance to all CAPBM stakeholders.
- Maintain adequate knowledge of all CAPBM programs to make referrals to other CAPBM programs beneficial to the participant.
- Maintain professional boundaries with all current, past, and prospective clients, and maintain the confidentiality of clients and staff per CAPBM policy and procedure. Adhere strictly to the confidentiality of clients, co-workers, and internal business information.
- Present a professional and positive image as a representative of CAPBM.
- Follow established policies and procedures and comply with all safety requirements.
- Communicate proactively with the supervisor regarding workflow, problems, suggestions, etc.
- Contribute to a positive, team-oriented work environment; and attend team and staff meetings as scheduled.
- Be punctual for scheduled work, use time appropriately, and complete work in a timely fashion with minimal errors.
CAPBM FULL TIME BENEFITS
- Paid Time Off - Earn up to four weeks in your first year
- Paid Holidays - 12 per year
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Health Insurance Buyout
- Voluntary Dental Insurance
- Voluntary Vision Insurance
- Voluntary Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA & DCA)
- Employer paid Life Insurance
- Employer paid Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
- Voluntary 403(b) with 5% Employer Match After One Year
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program
ADDITIONAL CHILD DEVELOPMENT BENEFITS
- Annual Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) Raise year)
- 50% off child care in our centers (subject to availability)
- A Practice-Based Coach, Behavior Support Coordinator, and Mental Health Consultant on staff for employee support
- Paid professional development days and trainings during work days free of cost (airfare, meals, hotel included!)
- Annual Staff Retreat day and Staff Wellness days Tuition Assistance/Reimbursement
- Assistance to Education staff in completing a CDA (we help you through that process and cover the cost).
- Professional Development Specialists on staff to complete verification visits, observation, and portfolio review.
- Many career growth opportunities!
RequirementsExperience:
- Knowledge and ability to work with community human service providers and related agencies
- Ability to effectively communicate and relate comfortably to young children and families.
- Must have basic computer literacy skills.
- Fluency in language spoken primarily by the majority of EHS families.
Education:
- Home Visitor Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Social Services or related field preferred.
- Possess or be enrolled in Parent as Teachers (PAT) foundational training.
License/Certification:
- Successful completion of criminal record check.
- Valid driver's license with access to reliable transportation for required travel.
For consideration, please submit a resume and cover letter.Community Action program Belknap-Merrimack Counties, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Salary Description $17.65 - $24.43 per hour dependent on experience