Home-Based Educator/Caseworker for families with children under age 5

SCHEDULE:  Full-time, 52 weeks per year

STARTING PAY RANGE:  $22.00 to $26.00 per hour

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 travel during working hours (agency van provided).

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

PEACE, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.