What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parent Educator - Enhanced Long Island Parenting Institute position at EAC Network?
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Join Our Team as a Parent Educator!
Are you passionate about supporting the Family and Community population and making a real difference in their lives? EAC Network, a leading not-for-profit social service agency dedicated to helping over 79,000 people through 100 impactful programs across Long Island and NYC, is looking for a dedicated part time Parent Educator to join the Enhanced Long Island Parenting Institute Program.
Salary: $30 - 34/ hour
Schedule: 9AM-3PM, Monday- Thursday. Evening and Weekend as Required.
Location: Central Islip, NY
Reports to: Program Director
What drives the core purpose of this job:
The Parent Educator will provide home-based education to pregnant and parenting people and their family members impacted by Opioid Use Disorders. The Parent Educator will conduct workshops, classes, and individual/family sessions in EAC offices, community centers, and client homes. The Parent Educator will represent EAC NETWORK’s Enhanced LIPI Program at community events when needed.
What are the key responsibilities:
- Provide parent training to pregnant and parenting people and their family members utilizing a combination of cognitive behavioral tools along with evidenced-based curricula.
- Maintain progress notes, provide regular contact and updates with clients and supervisor.
- Responsible for correspondence to confirm participation for clients.
- Communicate with DSS and the courts to report on progress of clients.
- Conduct parenting sessions within client homes, community centers, and virtually when needed.
- Work evenings and weekends as required.
What key knowledge, skills, and abilities are required to excel in this role:
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, human or social sciences required. Master’s degree in social work or mental health counseling preferred.
- Must have two years of experience in Human Services or working with parents and children, including experience with families in crisis.
- Must have good communication skills, both oral and written.
- Must have ability to work cooperatively with Department of Social Services, substance use agencies, and domestic violence agency professionals and other professionals interfacing with program clients.
- Must be proficient in computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, Microsoft Office applications, calendar, email and/or database software necessary to perform work assignments.
- Access to motor vehicle and NYS driver's license.
What We Offer
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Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401K with a 3% match after anniversary, 30 days Paid Time Off in your first year, and 14 Paid holidays.
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Additional Perks: Short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, wellness benefits, PlumBenefits, Verizon wireless discounts.
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At EAC Network, you'll find more than a job—you'll find a supportive, growth-focused workplace that values equity, justice, and belonging. Enjoy hybrid and flexible work schedules, generous PTO, Summer Fridays, and a commitment to wellness, recognized by Cigna’s 2023 Silver Healthy Workforce Designation. Join us and make a real impact in communities across Long Island and NYC!
Salary : $30 - $34
