Parents As Teachers Parent Educator

WORK WITH CHILDSTRIVE TO IMPROVE THE LIVES OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

ChildStrive began as a dream shared by a small group of parents who wanted a better future for their children with special needs. Every day, ChildStrive team members continue to grow that dream through dynamic, research-based programs that improve the lives of children and families in our community.

At ChildStrive, we believe that hiring staff that reflects our multi-ethnic and multi-racial clients increases resiliency, equity, and capacity in our community. We are committed to creating a welcoming workplace for all individuals and to offer opportunities for mentorship. We strongly encourage members of underrepresented groups, veterans, multi-lingual individuals to apply for our open positions.

We invite highly skilled, dedicated professionals to join our team of therapists, educators, nurses, counselors and administrative support. We have a current opportunity for a Parent Educator in our Parents As Teachers (PAT) program.

POSITION SUMMARY

Parent Educator

Program: PAT Location: Snohomish County Schedule: 0.75 – 1.0 FTE Salary Range: $25 - $28/hr

PAT is a national home visiting model supporting caregivers with children aged 0-5, which is strength-based and has been shown to prevent child abuse and neglect. Our PAT program focuses support to families under significant stress or hardship, with a goal of increasing attachment between a child and their caregiver.

A parent educator implements the PAT model through home visits, emphasizing parent-child interaction, development-centered parenting and family well-being in their work with families. The parent educator partners, facilitates and reflects with families while encouraging whole child development, and play-based and experiential learning.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

· Have an Early Childhood Development credential, or an AA or BA in a related field, and experience in infancy and early childhood development. At a minimum, must have high school diploma/GED and at least two years of paid experience working with children.

· Be willing to complete 2 week Parent’s as Teachers’ training and become certified in the curriculum.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to read and process online data in English.

· Ability to maintain family privacy and confidentiality of sensitive information.

· Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.

· Ability to establish rapport with families and empower them by building on their strengths.

· Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.

· Ability to work independently and be self-motivated (often in the field).

· Willing to learn and grow as part of a team.

· Ability to work some evenings or flexible hours.

· Must possess a valid WA state driver’s license, have state required minimum automobile insurance, and be able to use own vehicle on the job.

· Preference is given to native speakers of Spanish, Arabic, Amharic, Tigrinya, Russian, Tagalog, or other languages spoken in Snohomish Co.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Plan, provide and document home visits focused on parent-child interaction, development-centered parenting and family well-being

· Complete various assessments and screenings with families, including family-centered assessments, developmental screenings, health screenings and mental health screenings.

· Plan and provide group connections to give families an opportunity to build social connections.

· Engage in recruitment activities (as applicable).

· Develop, monitor and review goals with each family.

· Connect families to resources that help them reach their goals and meet their needs.

· Maintain and submit all required family and program documentation in a timely manner.

· Participate in at least two hours of reflective supervision monthly and weekly staff meetings.

· Obtain competency-based professional development.

· Participate in continuous quality improvement.

BENEFITS

In addition to our supportive workplace environment you’ll enjoy excellent benefits that may include:

· Competitive wages

· Matching 403(b) contributions

· Healthcare package

· Paid Time Off

· Flexible schedule

· Continuing education

· Professional Development

To be considered for this position, respond with your cover letter and resume.

ABOUT OUR ORGANIZATION

Founded in 1963, ChildStrive is a growing non-profit agency serving children and families in Snohomish and north King Counties. We are pioneers and respected leaders in providing family centered parenting support and early intervention services to pregnant women and young children birth through 3 years old.

ChildStrive partners with families to support young children’s success in daily life and in the community.

Vision

ChildStrive is an inclusive and affirming community where ALL children and families have the opportunity to thrive. Mission

ChildStrive builds on the relationships, strengths, and unique abilities of young children and their families by fostering social, emotional, and physical well-being so all children can flourish.

We serve our community through four programs:

Early Support for Infants and Toddlers serves families with children birth to three years of age who have a developmental delay or identified disability;

Nurse Family Partnershipserves first time pregnant women through pregnancy and until their child turns two years of age;

Parents as Teachersserves families who are pregnant or have a young child who are living with trauma or chronic hardships, including housing instability or poverty.

Community Outreach serves families with preschoolers who are homeless and living in shelters or who are isolated and lack support. The Outreach program also partners with the Tulalip Tribes and provides consultation services to childcare providers serving families in transitional housing.

ECEAP is a high quality preschool and family development program for underserved families in partnership with Snohomish County and the State of Washington.

At ChildStrive our workplace is a direct reflection of our work with the families we serve. We ask our families about their hopes and dreams and we recognize that the hopes and dreams of our staff extend beyond their work life.

We build family capacity through strength based coaching, reflection, and information sharing. Whether you are a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, we systematically support our staff to reach their full potential. You’ll work alongside talented professionals and have built-in opportunities for continuing education, reflective supervision, pursuing your passions and sharing your knowledge.

We collaborate with families and our community partners in meaningful, effective ways; relationships are at the core of our work. You’ll find a trusted “home” on your transdisciplinary work team and experience the results of deep, authentic collaboration across the agency.

We continually adapt and improve to best meet our families’ needs, and maintain accountability in the process. Whether working with a challenging family, or improving agency wide effectiveness, you’ll roll up your sleeves to solve problems and have the freedom to implement solutions. Our leadership philosophy allows every employee takes responsibility for ChildStrive’s success and how we accomplish our mission.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 30 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $28