Home Visitor, Head Start

Job Summary

This position is under the supervision of the Early Head Start Area Service Manager. Conducts weekly home visits for assigned case load; plans with parents for socialization sessions each month; assists families to identify and develop family/child goals; assists families in acquiring the recommended health services; provides support services as needed; solicits volunteers for participation in the program.

Major Duties

• Ensure that the safety policy is adhered to at all times.
• Conduct outreach activities to recruit prospective families.
• Assist and advise parents in such areas as child development, childhood education, communications, family systems, etc.
• Involve parents in all program planning and assist parents to advocate on behalf of their family.
• Integrate all content areas, including early childhood education, in the Home-Based Program.
• Participate in developing monthly parent meetings/activities.
• Conduct and develop the family partnership plan with families for the purpose of meeting identified goals.
• Assist parents in identifying community resources and making referrals, and follow through to determine if needs are met.
• Encourage and assist parents as needed to complete physical, dental, and health screenings and follow-up in a timely manner.
• Must be able to listen and communicate easily and honestly.
• Perform other relevant responsibilities as required by the program.

• Must be willing to obtain Parent and Teacher (PAT) Certification.
• Knowledgeable of community resources.
• Must be computer literate (Microsoft Office).
• Must have a personality that is conducive to teamwork and working with infants/toddlers and their families.
• Must be of good moral character, professional, self-confident, and able to multitask.
• Must have excellent communication skills (oral and written) and be able to communicate effectively in English and Spanish.
• Must communicate positively and effectively with parents, children, colleagues, and other agency personnel, while maintaining confidentiality regarding all facets of the program in compliance with FERPA and other federal and state regulations.
• Must maintain good judgment and self-control when under stress.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of a home-based CDA credential or comparable credential, or equivalent coursework as part of an associate's or bachelor’s degree. (Infant & Toddler CDA; 1 yr. Child Development Certificate; Associate of Science – Child Development; Early Childhood Degree)

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands/Work Environment
Occasionally

• Moving oneself in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, including tight and confined spaces.
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 40 pounds in all directions.
• Driving a County vehicle or a personal vehicle for County business.
• Working in low temperatures.
• Working in high temperatures.
• Working in outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
• Working in noisy environments.
• Working in small and/or enclosed spaces.
• Working in adverse environmental conditions is expected.
• Light work that includes carrying objects up to 20 pounds.

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Moving to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Repeating motions that may include the use of wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

• Must possess a valid and current Texas driver’s license and be insurable.
• The Webb County Drug and Alcohol Policy applies to this position. Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check, and a criminal background check are required.
• This position is not covered under Civil Service; however, all other Webb County policies apply.

• If the applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver’s License must be obtained prior to employment.

Webb County provides a variety of benefits available to employees.
Please visit the Risk Management website for more details.
https://www.webbcountytx.gov/RiskManagement/EmployeeBenefits/

The following list of benefits is offered only to benefits-eligible employees in Full-Time positions:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Life Insurance
• Ancillary products
• Employee Assistance Program*
• Employee Clinic*
• Vacation and sick leave
  • Accrual rates increase based on years of service
• Sixteen (16) County-observed holidays and four (4) personal holidays
• Retirement benefits (TCDRS)**

• Available to ALL employees