In-home Prevention Specialist

Position Overview:

The Prevention Specialist provides direct support to families throughout Allegheny County through home visits, parenting education, developmental screenings, and connections to community resources. This position utilizes the evidence-based Nurturing Parenting Curriculum and serves families with children from birth through 18 years of age. The ideal candidate is experienced, flexible, and passionate about supporting family well-being and early intervention.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide home-based services to expecting parents and families with children (0–18 years old)
• Facilitate 15-week parenting education groups, including a virtual group on Tuesdays from 3–5 PM
• Utilize the Nurturing Parenting Curriculum for both home visits and group facilitation
• Conduct developmental screenings and refer families to Early Intervention services as needed
• Maintain a full caseload and actively recruit new clients, especially from referral sources like CYF and the courts
• Respond to new referrals within 24–48 hours and schedule services within one week
• Make appropriate community referrals to support client needs
• Support families experiencing crises with timely, compassionate responses
• Meet productivity expectations of 29 hours weekly, including service delivery, travel, and documentation
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation for all client interactions and activities
• Communicate effectively with supervisors about caseload concerns, barriers, and timelines
• Provide transportation to families on occasion (agency car seats available)
• Be available for at least two home visits per day and flexible hours, including evenings or Saturdays as needed
• Serve all areas of Allegheny County

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education, or related field
• Understanding of Nurturing Parenting Program values and constructs
• Ability to co-facilitate parenting groups and deliver lessons in-home
• Proficiency using the Ages and Stages Developmental Assessment and making appropriate referrals
• Demonstrated ability to successfully recruit and maintain a caseload of 18 families
• Reliable transportation and a valid PA Driver’s License

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of families across the county
• A collaborative and mission-driven team environment
• Ongoing training and support in evidence-based practices
• Flexible scheduling and meaningful work

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $18 - $20