What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tribal Home Visiting Family Visitor position at Chugachmiut?
This description is intended to describe the essential job functions and the essential requirements for the performance of this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and requirements of a person so classified. Other functions may be assigned, and management may, with or without notice, add or change the duties at any time.
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USE OF INFORMATION OBTAINED IN A BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION
Information obtained from a background investigation will be considered for employment purposes as permitted by federal and state law and in accordance with Chugachmiut’s policy. Information will be reviewed to determine:
- Whether an individual made false statements or material omissions on an application for employment or during an interview;
- Whether an applicant or employee, based on the job duties of the position in question, poses a threat to security and/or employee safety in the workplace; and
- The likelihood of an applicant or employee being successful and productive on the job.
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Summary:
The Tribal Home Visiting (THV) Family Visitor is a program-specific full-time direct service position within the Chugachmiut Division of Administration. Under the supervision of the Tribal Home Visiting Manager, the THV Family Visitor is responsible for providing home-based child and family development support services to enrolled families in accordance with Chugachmiut Tribal Home Visiting Program guidelines and other applicable federal and state regulations.
Major Responsibilities:
- Responsible for personal visits to children's families prenatal to kindergarten-age eligibility.
- Provide personal visits and services that include parent-child interaction, development-centered parenting, and family well-being.
- Provide home visits to families in a culturally responsive and culturally sensitive manner, making necessary accommodations and adaptations.
- Conduct recruitment activities within the community to inform families about the home visiting program; contact families individually to enroll eligible children, including children with disabilities in the program.
- Engage parents in educational activities to enhance their role as the primary teacher of their child(ren).
- Complete developmental, social/emotional, health, hearing, and vision screenings for each child, annually.
- Develop, monitor and review goals with each family.
- Connect families and facilitate the use of community resources that support them in reaching their goals and addressing their needs.
- Plan and facilitate parent group connections as needed.
- Participate in weekly staff meetings, regular supervisory meetings, and all required training.
- Maintain and submit in a timely manner all required family and program documentation.
- Participate in appropriate Program Advisory Activities, soliciting advice and advocating for effective quality services for children and families.
- Maintain confidentiality of all information and records for enrolled children and families.
- Follow all Chugachmiut Policies and Procedures; comply with safety policies and general housekeeping practices.
- Demonstrate a sound work ethic, flexibility and demonstrate dedication to the position.
- Demonstrate a positive attitude, is respectful, and possess cultural awareness and sensitivity toward clients and co-workers.
- Keep customer service and the mission of the organization in mind when interacting with all clients, co-workers, and others.
- Expected to be prepared to start shift on time, meet attendance standards, and work the hours necessary to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Employees are expected to embrace, support, and promote the core values of respect, integrity, trust, compassion, and quality, which align with Chugachmiut’s Mission and Vision through their actions and interactions with all patients, staff, and others.
- Conform to Chugachmiut policies, strict employee confidentiality, and HIPAA regulations.
- Perform other duties as assigned or required.
- At least 18 years of age
- Minimum High School Diploma or GED and 2 years of supervised work experience with young children or parents.
- Preferred AA or BA in Early Childhood or Social Service-related field
- Ability to build cooperative relationships with tribes, communities, organizations, agencies, and families that support the goals of the Tribal Home Visiting Program.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including ability to address diverse audiences.
- Demonstrated proficient personal computer skills.
- Organizational skills to maintain daily workflow and meet project deadlines.
- Knowledge and experience in the rural Alaskan way of life with strong competence in multi-ethnic environments
- Must have current CPR and First Aid training.
Hours of Work:
Benefits: Chugachmiut offers its employees a generous and robust benefits package. Please visit www.chugachmiut.org for a complete list of our benefits.
Salary : $28