Bilingual Nurturing Parenting Program Practitioner

Job Description

Job Title: Bilingual Nurturing Parenting Program Practitioner

Program(s): Parenting Skills Program

State: Tempe, Arizona

Population Served: Child Welfare

Reports To: Nurturing Parenting Program Supervisor (NPPS)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY

The Nurturing Parenting Program Practitioner provides parenting education to referred families from the Department of Child Safety (DCS). The Nurturing Parenting Program is a curriculum-based parenting skills education and coaching program to improve parenting in relation to: expectations of children, parental empathy towards children’s needs, non-violent discipline, parent-child family roles, and children’s power and independence.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accepts referred families from NPP Supervisor.
• Delivers all elements of the Nurturing Parenting Program, as described in the Arizona Department of Child Safety Nurturing Parenting Program Manual.
• Conducts initial outreach, intake, assessment, family nurturing plan, parenting sessions, reassessment summary, and service closure according to outline provided in Nurturing Parenting Program manual.
• Meets with the parent/caregiver one (1) time per week for two (2) hours, over a maximum of 120 days (17 weeks) to include one (1) hour of parenting education, thirty (30) minutes of parent-child observation with a nurturing parenting activity, and thirty (30) minutes of parent-only debriefing.
• Ensures that all services, procedures, and forms provided are culturally relevant, linguistically appropriate and gender responsive (including Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning (LGBTQ).
• Reports any abuse or neglect in the family while the case is open and submits Incident Report to the Department of Child Safety, Program Director, HRT’s Compliance Department, and Program Supervisor.
• Completes client documentation in HRT client database according to contract deadlines.
• Attends and completes a minimum of 15 hours of job-related training per Arizona Department of Child Safety Nurturing Parenting Program Manual.
• Ensures the safety, health, and welfare of staff and clients at all times.
• Models and ensures all program norms are upheld without compromise.
• Acts as a positive role model and mentor for parents, children, and families.
• Treats others with respect, confronts negative behavior, and supports confrontation.
• Attends and participates in all required meetings including individual supervision and monthly group supervision as outlined in the Arizona Department of Child Safety Nurturing Parenting Program Manual.

OTHER DUTIES

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Potential exposure to contagious diseases due to frequent interaction with clientele.

TRAVEL

• 50% throughout county assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Associate degree in Social Work, or an equivalent two years of human services/child welfare experience required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid unrestricted Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Minimum age requirement is 18 per contract.
• Must meet the requirements of a safe driver. 
• Must possess a current Arizona State Driver’s License and have an acceptable driving record for the past three (5) years. 
• Must have personal vehicle liability insurance and vehicle registration as required.
  • a) No Driving while intoxicated (DWI) or Driving Under the Influence (DUI) during the life of the Contract or in the five (5) years preceding the Contract.
  • (b) No at-fault Accidents during the life of the Contract or in the five (5) years preceding the Contract.
  • (c) No more than two (2) moving violations during the life of the Contract or in the five (5) years preceding the Contract.
  • (d) No more than one (1) excessive speed (per the A.R.S. §28-701.02) violation during the life of the Contract or in the five (5) years preceding the Contract.
• Must be able to pass a DCS Clearance with no substantiated reports.
• When required, the ability to pass a criminal background clearance check, drug screen, and if requested a physical exam.
• Must obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certification.
• Strong knowledge of the Nurturing Parenting Program process, practice, and components.
• Skills, knowledge, and ability to instruct clients in the following topics: child development, home management, personal problem solving, accessing community services, and supports domestic violence issues, appropriate discipline and childcare techniques and age-appropriate parenting skills.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors’ degree preferred. 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• None

QUALIFICATIONS

• Language Skills

Ability to respond effectively displaying professionalism, sensitivity, and empathy to linguistic, cultural, social, economic, and individual differences and challenges. Ability to write and maintain accurate and timely documentation. Ability to present information 1:1 and to groups in an organized and concise manner.

• Ability to multi-task

Must be able to work independently as well as a member of a team. Must have excellent organizational and time management skills. Must remain flexible and able to handle multiple priorities with the ability to adjust to high pressure and rapidly changing business conditions.

• Reasoning Ability

Ability to quickly assess unique situations and develop and apply strategies to effectively meet the needs of the child and family. Ability to interpret contracts and ensure compliance. Ability to provide exemplary service to employees and outside constituents.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to maintain ethical standards and professional boundaries.
• Adhere to HIPAA and confidentiality standards.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Strong knowledge of overall company operations and policies and procedures.
• Strong knowledge of program development.
• Knowledge of community resources and services.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to collaborate internally and externally.
• Ability to identify needs and articulate and advocate on behalf of the child.
• Ability to identify indicators of physical, emotional, and sexual abuse.
• Ability to work with diverse population.
• Ability to build and maintain positive internal and external relationships.
• Ability to provide exemplary customer service to all employees and outside constituents.
• Must be flexible and able to handle multiple priorities, with the ability to adjust to high pressure and rapidly changing business conditions.