Head Start Home Based Home Visitor

Full Time
Payette, ID 83661
Posted
Job description

WICAP is HIRING passionate, helpful members of our Community that want a job that changes outcomes for children and families! We pay competitive wages and have a robust benefits package, including Health, Dental, Vision, & life premiums paid 90% by the employer for staff members. WICAP proudly offers tuition reimbursement and a FREE CDA program in select positions. Family-friendly schedule, Evening and weekend work is EXTREMELY rare! PAID HOLIDAYS and Paid Time Off program. We offer on-site discounted Childcare in several of our locations.

A growing Non-Profit WICAP serves families all over the Treasure Valley. We have over 20 locations in our footprint, where we offer multiple services such as; Head Start, Early Head Start, Childcare, Community Action Centers, A Youth Program, Assistance for the elderly, and a Mobile Food Distribution Program.

Potential for hiring and retention incentives!

Check us out at www.wicap.org/careers

WICAP JOB DESCRIPTION

WICAP Vision Statement: “Building Relationships for Successful Futures”

TITLE: Home Base Home Visitor PROGRAM: Head Start/EHS

POSITION SUMMARY: Performs all job responsibilities in a safe manner. Must adhere to the Standards of Conduct which includes that no child is left alone or unsupervised and follow reporting systems. Conducts weekly home visits with families that include all content areas, school readiness, parent engagement, and wellness. Plans and arranges for two socializations a month. Supports the parent’s role of being the primary educator of their child, and be a team player.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • An associate or advanced degree with a minimum of 6 courses of study in ECE, or a Home Based CDA or an equivalent certification.
  • Must have, or be willing to obtain within 18 months of hire, a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counselling, or in a related field.
  • One year experience in social service and/or adult education.
  • Knowledgeable about community resources.
  • Must have or willing to obtain Idaho Food Handlers Card.
  • Ability to maintain records on a computer system or willing to learn.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish desirable, but not always required. The primary language in the workplace is English.
  • Valid Driver’s license and access to a privately owned vehicle with liability insurance for use in completing work responsibilities as needed.

** Documented on the job, WICAP education and/or experience may be used as an equivalent to some of the experience and qualifications needed.

OCCUPATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Regular kneeling, stooping, and bending.
  • Occasional lifting in excess of 50 lbs.
  • Driving for home visits sometimes in outlying areas.
  • Daily visual observations of participants.
  • Must have or be willing to obtain a Pediatric First Aid CPR/AED Infant, Child and Adult certification within 60 days from the date of hire.
  • No prior convictions of child abuse/neglect. Criminal History background clearance.
  • External employees must complete and clear a Physical and TB screen upon conditional offer to hire.
  • Successful completion of a Driving License record that meets WICAP’s insurance requirements.
  • External employees must complete and clear a Drug and Alcohol screening upon conditional offer to hire.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Ensures that no child is left unattended.
  • Ensure safety is a priority in performing all job responsibilities. Attend safety trainings and ensure adherence to the safety policy.
  • Create and maintain respectful partnerships with families.
  • Implements program curriculums appropriately.
  • Supports families in school readiness for their child.
  • Schedules and organizes their time to meet all job expectations timely.
  • Follows requirements outlined in policies, regulations, and operational procedures.
  • Participate in recruitment of participants.
  • Paperwork and reports are completed accurately and timely.
  • Model Respectful Workplace Policy when interacting with WICAP customers, community members and colleagues.
  • Be responsible to ensure compliance with confidentiality policy and HIPPA regulations.
  • Perform other relevant responsibilities as required by the program and as outlined in position expectations.
  • Maintain current, valid driver’s license and liability insurance at all times on any personal vehicle used to conduct WICAP business.
  • Participate in professional development, sometimes off-site, at the request and of the supervisor.
  • Assure that a positive image of WICAP is portrayed at all times.

POSITION INFORMATION: HOURLY WAGE:

Status is Non-Exempt Entry Rate is $16.36 per hour

40 hrs per week

Full-Time

40-52 weeks per year

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.36 - $23.33 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Payette, ID 83661: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

  • Social work: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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