Catholic Charities, is seeking mission-driven candidates to join our Help Me Grow Program as a Home Visitor. In this role you will work with pregnant mothers, caregivers and their children (0-5) to promote healthy child development and positive interactions between caregiver and child. This position is responsible for engaging families who have been referred to the program; completing home visits, conduct screening, facilitate parenting education and making referrals to other resources. Qualified candidates must have a minimum of a High School Diploma and a valid driver's license with a good driving record.
Lorain County Help Me Grow Home Visiting Program is a voluntary program that gives pregnant women and families the necessary resources and skills to raise children who are physically, socially, and emotionally healthy to learn. The goals of the program are to:
Improve maternal and child health.
Prevent child abuse and neglect.
Encourage positive parenting; and
Promote child development and school readiness.
Responsibilities
Complete required Home Visitor credential certificate training. Provided by Catholic Charities.
Build relationships with families to assess their strengths and needs. Connect families to community resources.
Participate in ongoing recruitment outreach activities and events to promote programming and engagement of families.
Accurately document in a state-wide database of services provided including billing.
Regularly attend professional development trainings and meetings.
Requirements
Minimum of a High School Diploma or Equivalent
Experience working with or providing direct service to children and families
Acceptance of individual differences
Cultural Humility
Knowledge of Infant and Child Development
Reflective Capacity
Infant Mental Health Endorsement, Preferred
Learn More about Catholic Charities and our Programs by visiting:
Overview | Catholic Charities Diocese of Cleveland (ccdocle.org)
Service Areas | Catholic Charities Diocese of Cleveland (ccdocle.org)
Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
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Other
Industries
Individual and Family Services
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