What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parent Educator (54890) position at Star of Hope Family Services?
Parent Educator
Burlington United Methodist Family Services (BUMFS) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Parent Educator to support families and young children through our Parents as Teachers (PAT) program.
Why This Role Matters
At Burlington United Methodist Family Services, you won’t just have a job—you’ll change lives.
As a Parent Educator, you will empower parents with the knowledge, skills, and support needed to foster healthy child development and strong family relationships. Your work helps lay the foundation for lifelong success for children and families.
Our mission is simple but powerful: Prevent harm. Provide hope. Empower futures.
What You’ll Do
You’ll play a vital role in supporting families through education, guidance, and connection:
- Conduct home visits with families (prenatal through kindergarten)
- Provide parenting education and child development information
- Develop individualized plans and set goals with families
- Use screening tools (ASQ-3, ASQ-SE, Edinburgh, etc.) and make referrals
- Document visits and maintain accurate records in required systems
- Coordinate and facilitate group connections (10–12 annually)
- Build relationships with community partners and service providers
- Maintain consistent communication and follow-up with families
- Manage a caseload based on program requirements
What You Bring
A passion for supporting families and strengthening communities.
Core Skills & Strengths
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Organizational and documentation skills
- Ability to respond calmly in crisis situations
- Adaptability in a fast-paced, changing environment
- Comfort speaking with individuals and small groups
What the Job Requires
This role involves both office and field work:
- Frequent travel for home visits
- Ability to work in various home and community environments
- Physical ability to sit, stand, and move between locations
- Occasional lifting (up to 30 lbs)
- Ability to remain alert and responsive during visits
- Participation in required PAT training and ongoing education
Our Culture & Values
We are more than a workplace—we are a mission-driven community grounded in:
- Collaboration & Teamwork
- Respect & Dignity
- Empathy & Compassion
- Accountability & Integrity
- Trust & Transparency
- Excellence in Service
- EEO
You'll be part of a team that believes every child and family has value and potential—no exceptions.
Why Join BUMFS?
- Meaningful, purpose-driven work
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Supportive team environment
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're passionate about helping families build strong foundations for their children, we want to hear from you.
Apply today and be part of something bigger than yourself.
Burlington United Methodist Family Services, Inc. d/b/a Star of Hope Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualifications:
Qualifications
Education level:
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Experience:
- Two years of supervised experience with young children or parents is preferred but not necessary.
Core competencies
Required:
- Exceptional organizational skills; proficient computer skills; interpersonal relationship skills; the ability to communicate orally and in writing with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment; manage several projects simultaneously; and to adjust to frequently changing demands.
- Possess communication skills in order to verbalize the needs of troubled youth and the agency’s philosophy to the public and be able to communicate and work effectively in a professional manner with other social work personnel.
- Be able to communicate and work effectively with agency personnel and community and state agencies in a productive and professional manner.
- Ability to respond to and manage crisis situations.
- Must have a valid state issued driver’s license and submit to an intensive background investigation.
- Must be willing to adapt and learn court proceeding processes.
- Must be self-motivated and task oriented.
- Must be comfortable speaking in front of small groups.
- Must be willing to travel on occasions.
- Must attend ALL required PAT Training.
Preferred:
- NA
Certifications:
- NA
Licenses:
- Driver’s license required
Salary : $40,000