What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Childhood Consultant - Effingham County Connections position at Effingham County Health Department?
Effingham County Connections Early Childhood Consultant
Full-time, 40 hours per week, hourly .
Schedule is flexible and non-traditional; based around program event need and families served.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Serves Prevention Initiative families (pregnant families and children 0-3) utilizing the Parents as Teachers curriculum model and plans. Emphasis in planning is focused on partnering with the parent and facilitating developmental learning activities in the home, while identifying and supporting parent strengths. Provides parenting and child development information. Develops a supportive relationship with clients and assists families in addressing needs and setting and meeting their goals. Provides intake of potential clients. Works with clients to best meet their family needs for individual services. Provides referrals to a network of community agencies and services. Conducts biweekly home visits in accordance with program requirements. Plans and conducts parent workshops and events.
REQUIREMENTS:
· Associate’s required. Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood, Family and Social Services, Family and Consumer Sciences or related field preferred.
· Minimum 2 years’ experience working with young children and/or parents.
· Experience working with at risk populations preferred.
· Must be able to work independently.
· Good time management and organizational skills.
· Detail oriented and proficient Microsoft applications.
· Parents as Teachers Certification required (may be acquired after hire).
· Driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
· Oral and written fluency required.
BENEFITS: Government pension; 14 paid holidays; vacation and sick benefits; health, dental, vision, and life insurance. Benefit Information available here: https://effcohealth.org/employee-benefits/
As a public health department we do have some medical and vaccination recommendations with declinations available.
Apply online at www.effcohealth.org Careers - or drop off applications at the Effingham Health Department, 901 W. Virginia Ave, Effingham, IL. For more info call Beth Wise at 217-342-1151
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $25