Child Development Home Visitor, HMG

OhioGuidestone is the state's leader in community behavioral health care, serving around 26,000 Ohioans each year. We focus on the needs of the whole person by providing telehealth and in-person prevention services, as well as mental health and substance use treatment. As we help people navigate the most difficult times in their lives-with compassion and respect-we ultimately empower them to take steps towards a healthier future.Where New Paths BeginJob Summary : The Parent Educator is responsible for providing home visits to clients enrolled in the Help Me Grow Program to assist families with the goal to provide support, encouragement, information and resources to promote positive parent-child interaction. Essential Functions :

• Provides twice monthly home visits to enrolled Parents as Teachers families with children from birth to 5 years.
• Develops and maintains positive, supportive relationship with parent and children's.
• Teaches effective parenting and child development skills, following the Parents as Teachers curriculum.
• Assists families with making formal and informal connections to appropriate community services throughout the program.
• Provides parents with information on disciplining, behavior management, household management and communication and relationship enhancement when needed.
• Provides crisis intervention and mediation as necessary.
• Provides the direct service to families as required by the program.
• Assists families with developing and attaining goals on a regular basis.
• Completes and updates various assessment tools and screenings within the required timeframe, including the ASQ (Ages & Stages Questionnaire) with the family.
• Assists with planning and hosting once monthly Family Groups.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required for all aspects of the job.
• Coordinates, makes referrals, or arranges for appropriate community resources when needed, and act as an advocate if necessary.
• Teaches families how to utilize the system.
• Ensures that children are in the proper educational setting.
• Maintains ongoing contacts (phone, meetings, conferences) with other professionals involved, including collateral contacts with community resources / services.
• Organizes and maintains client information and case notes.
• Completes required record keeping and copying of necessary information, including dissemination to appropriate individuals within the agency and any outside agencies based on departmental requirements.
• Completes all data entry into the required data system, accurately and within required timeframes.
• Attends and participates in all Parents as Teachers staff meetings and meets with supervisor as determined necessary.
• Ensures that case records are complete, current and accurately maintained.
• Attends and participates in all required internal and external staff training programs.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• May be involved in the planning, organization, and implementation of special events or department specific projects or seasonal program changes.
• Exhibit positivity, flexibility and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.
• Demonstrate positive leadership, promote a team-based work environment and present the agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts.Performance / Physical Requirements :
• Work is performed in the homes of clients. This involves extensive driving. A valid Driver's License, safe driving record, reliable vehicle and proof of insurance are required.
• English reading and writing skills required
• Interacts verbally with coworkers, representatives from outside agencies, and families
• Attention to detail and confidentiality requiredQualifications :
• Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field required or be licensed as a registered nurse. Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences with related experience is preferred.
• Minimum age of 21 years
• Must obtain and maintain Parents As Teachers 0-3 and Parents As Teachers 3-5
• Must have a valid Ohio Driver's License with a safe driving record and valid insurance
• Ability to take and pass a physical exam, tuberculosis test, and drug screeningFree CEU trainingsCompetitive medical benefits including a zero-cost monthly option for employee or employee children!10 paid holidays; three are exchangeableFlexible work schedules to support work / life balanceFlexible work opportunities to support varying career paths, job roles, intern to hire, and locations401(k) with employer match optionEmployment Assistance Program (EAP)Mileage reimbursementFree licensure supervisionRecognition and rewardsAt OhioGuidestone we care about the health and safety of our employees. OhioGuidestone requires applicants to complete a pre-employment screening process upon receipt of an offer of employment. We require and cover the cost of a fingerprint background screening, physical, Tuberculosis test, and drug screen after an employment offer is made. Any employment offer is contingent upon receipt of all satisfactory pre-employment screenings.Committed to creating a more diverse community, we encourage candidates from historically underrepresented groups to apply. EEO / M / F / H / V