What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home-Based Educator/Caseworker (infant to preschool) position at PEACE, Inc.?
QUALIFICATIONS: Associate's degree in Human Services, Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or a related field, plus experience working with children 0-5 years of age and/or pregnant women. Must have a valid NYS driver license and have ability to operate a provided agency van for daytime work travel.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintain a caseload of up to 12 families. Discuss with parents/guardians the program requirements and services that are provided to families.
- Conduct weekly 90-minute home visits with assigned families, and collaborate with families in developing weekly home visit plans.
- Complete developmental, social and emotional screenings on all children within 45 calendar days of child's enrollment/entry date.
- Provide individualized educational experiences that are age appropriate utilizing the assessment and observation tools.
- Identify children in need of possible evaluation/service, following the agency's policy and procedure for referrals.
- Assist parents in obtaining well child check ups & medical care for health concerns.
- Incorporate social emotional development into weekly visits with families, and arrange occasional socialization activities.
- Complete required documentation, including home visit plans, socialization plans; assessment plans, and monthly reports.
EOE/AA/M/F/D/V
Salary : $22 - $26