What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Learning Partner - HB position at College of Southern Idaho?
Summary of Position:
The Early Learning Partner - HB has the responsibility to collaborate with the Center Supervisor to ensure that direct cross component services as defined in Head Start/ Early Head Start Performance Standards are provided to pregnant woman, infants, toddlers, and families assigned to their caseload. They have the tasks of overall record keeping, socialization experience and design, as outlined in NAEYC guidelines and in the Infant/Toddler High/Scope Curriculum. The Early Learning Partner - HB has responsibility to facilitate the involvement of parents in their infant/toddler's education and their involvement in personal goal setting consistent with the family's culture.
Qualifications:
1. A Home-Based Child Development Associates Credential (CDA) or comparable credential, or equivalent coursework as part of an associate’s or bachelor’s degree; pertinent documentation required prior to signing an employment agreement.
2. Credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling or related field or obtain within 18 months of hire
3. One year experience working with infants/toddlers
4. One year experience working with families
5. Ability to communicate verbally
6. Ability to communicate in writing
7. Current driver’s license
8. Complete criminal record check from Department of Health & Welfare’s Criminal History Unit prior to consideration for hire
Additional:
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or closely related field
- College credits in the field of Health, Social Sciences or Education including Early Childhood, Adult or Special Education
- Fluency in Sign Language, Spanish or other language
- Ability to lift 50 pounds with reasonable accommodation
- Training specific to the Infant/Toddler High/Scope Curriculum
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Treat participants, fellow staff, and community members with positive regard.
2. Conduct weekly 90-minute home visits to assigned pregnant women, infants, toddlers, and their families.
3. Carry out Infant/Toddler High/Scope curriculum and the Partner’s for a Healthy Baby curriculum for child development in the context of the home and during group socialization experiences.
4. Facilitate group socialization experiences and other family group activities.
5. Provide education, social service, parent involvement, and health and nutrition services to assigned families as per the CSI Head Start/Early Head Start work plans with technical assistance from Early Head Start Coordinator.
6. Facilitate parental involvement in curriculum planning, program governance, and the overall Early Head Start program.
7. Observe and document the developmental level of each infant/toddler. Individualize using appropriate tools and information from parents, staff, and professionals to create an individualized plan for each enrolled infant/toddler.
8. Participate in Individual Family Services Plan (IFSP) meetings for assigned infant/toddler with special needs taking the role of resource person and parent advocate. Collaborate with other staff and Disabilities Coordinator to ensure that all team members have the information necessary for effective participation in IFSP meetings.
9. Arrange home visit schedule to meet family's needs. Collaborate with parents to develop home visit plans that meet the individual goals of the parent(s) and the infant/toddler.
10. Complete the required curriculum on home visits as per work plans.
11. Serve as a resource person for families to facilitate access to social services within their communities.
12. Collaborate with center staff to recruit, train and support parent and community volunteers.
13. Complete Family Outcomes Assessments and Family Partnership Agreement and make appropriate referrals to assist parents in the development and implementation of their identified goals.
14. Share current information with parents related to infant/toddler progress and potential challenges.
15. Assist the Early Head Start Supervisor with recruitment activities as assigned.
16. Inform parents of Head Start/ Early Head Start's Child Abuse Policy and report suspected abuse as per Health & Nutrition Work Plan.
17. Collaborate with Early Head Start Coordinator to ensure completion of all health services, provide community health resource information and make necessary referrals.
18. Plan and carry out individualized health and nutrition education.
19. Help with the Health and Safety Fair, arrange health appointments and provide transportation if necessary.
20. Complete documentation of home visits, socialization experiences, and other relevant activities.
21. Maintain confidentiality of family records and information.
22. Track and monitor 45-90 day along with EPSDT timeline.
23. Utilize and monitor Family Services Events and Family Services PIR in ChildPlus.
24. Participate in an individual continuing education plan including CPR and First Aid.
Additional:
- Be an advocate for Head Start/Early Head Start children and families within the community.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Required Experience
Minimum:
1. One year experience working with infants/toddlers
2. One year experience working with families
