What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parent Educator position at Children's Aid Society?
Job Overview
We seek a dedicated Parent Educator to join our team and support families in providing a nurturing environment for their children. The ideal candidate will have a passion for child welfare and possess the necessary skills to empower parents in enhancing their parenting abilities.
Duties
- Conduct parenting education sessions with families to promote positive parent-child relationships
- Provide guidance on child development, behavioral management, and effective communication within the family unit
- Assist parents in accessing community resources and support services
- Collaborate with other professionals to address family needs comprehensively
- Implement crisis intervention strategies when necessary to ensure the safety and well-being of children
Requirements
- Experience working with children and families in a social work or childcare setting
- Knowledge of child protective services, family law, and crisis management
- Strong conflict management skills to navigate challenging family dynamics
- Background in behavioral health or a related field is preferred but not necessary
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with diverse families
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30,050.00 - $32,250.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evenings as needed
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30,050 - $32,250
