What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parent Educator position at MET Opportunities?
Summary:
The Parent Educator will coordinate and monitor the delivery of services in accordance with PAT Essential Requirements, PAT Quality Standards and the affiliates policies and procedures.
- The Parent Educator will exercise a high level of independence in making decisions and commitments within guidelines of corporate policies and procedures.
- Detail and multi-task oriented. Strong organizational, interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
- Able to resolve conflicts, creative and resourceful with time management skills.
- Have a commitment to reflective supervision, data collection and continuous quality improvement.
Requirements and Qualifications:
- A high school diploma or GED and 2 years previous supervised work experience with young children and/or parents.
- Must pass criminal background check and is subject to the agency’s drug and alcohol testing program.
- Negative Tuberculosis Screen, First Aid certification, CPR certification with emphasis on children and toddlers.
- Extensive travel required in the area; must be able to travel outside project area as assigned.
- May come into contact with childhood diseases and blood on occasion.
- Possess a valid Texas driver’s license and acceptable driving record, as approved by the agency’s vehicle insurance carrier.
- Employee must have an account with a financial institution that can process financial transactions through MET’s electronic payroll system.
- Computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite and basic computer functions.