What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Start Home Visitor position at Illinois Valley Economic Development Corp.?

Illinois Valley is looking to hire a Home Visitor for their Head Start Program.

Essential Functions:

Conduct weekly home visits
Plan/arrange group socialization activities
Conduct/document developmental screenings and assessments
Maintain proper documentation and prepare/submit reports
Provide advocacy and coordination services for children/families
Work with Head Start coordinators to facilitate completion and collection of necessary health requirements and plan/carry out parent committee meetings/trainings
Assist with recruitment and enrollment
Periodically transfer children and parents
Attend all staff meetings and trainings
Maintain confidentiality
Demonstrate competency to plan/implement home-based learning experiences
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Must hold an age appropriate Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, or be enrolled in a program that will lead to an Associate or Bachelor’s Degree, OR be enrolled in a CDA program to be completed within two years of hire, and must have appropriate competencies.
Possess “Parents as Teachers” credential or be willing to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Prior training and experience in comprehensive child development programs is desirable.
Must have a valid Illinois driver’s license and carry adequate vehicle insurance.
Reliable means of transportation and an interest in a position requiring substantial local travel.
May be required to obtain an Illinois School Bus Driver’s Permit.
Maintain certifications as required.

This position includes excellent benefits and generous vacation, personal and sick time accruals, as well as 13 holidays per year.

EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.25 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Schedule:

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17

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