Head of Ancillary Services jobs in Queens Village, NY

Early Head Start Home Visitor

Committee for Early Childhood Development Head Start has IMMEDIATE OPENINGS for Early Head Start Home Visitors.

Summary:

The Early Head Start Home Visitor will provide early, continuous, intensive and comprehensive child development and family support services to eligible pregnant women, infants, toddlers and their families through a series of weekly home visits (90 minutes) and scheduled socializations activities. The EHS Home Visitor will design, plan and carry out developmentally appropriate experiences that meet all component areas of Head Start, the school readiness goals established by the program and the individual needs of the child. Each Home Visitor will maintain a maximum caseload of 10-12 infants, toddlers and/or pregnant women.

Qualifications:

*Must have a home-based CDA credential or comparable credential, or equivalent coursework as part of an associate’s or bachelor’s degree.

*Knowledge of Head Start Program Performance Standards is a plus.

*Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to relate to both children and adults.
*Must be able to read and write English.
*Must possess exceptional organizational skills.
*Must be computer-literate.
*Must be in good physical and emotional health.
*Must complete screenings from the NYC Department of Investigation ($101.75), NYC Department of Education ($101.75) and the NY State Central Registry ($25.00). All fees are the responsibility of the candidate.
*Must have had Child Abuse Training within the last two years, or complete on-line training if hired.
*Must possess Infectious Disease certificate or complete on-line training if hired.
*Applicants who speak Spanish, French/Creole, Urdu or African dialects will be strongly considered.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

*Establish a trusting and caring relationship with each child and his/her family.

*Serve as an advocate between community resources and Early Head Start families.

*Provide home visits and socialization experiences to promote, enhance, and monitor the development of each enrolled child.

*Partner with the family to develop self-sufficiency goals for the child and family.

*Assist families in identifying family resources and needs.

*Support family empowerment, involvement in program, and positive family relationships.

*Model appropriate discipline techniques and positive self-esteem building behaviors when working with the family.

*Partner with parents and families as they become lifelong educators by observing,

guiding, promoting and participating in the everyday learning of their children at home, school and in their communities.

* Ensure that all activities are executed according to Head Start Program Performance Standards, NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene's Article 47 and CECD program philosophies, policies and procedures.
* NOTE: We are a 12-month program. We DO NOT follow the traditional Department of Education calendar or schedule.

Committee for Early Childhood Development Head Start is an equal opportunity employer.

Benefits that are available to eligible employees include:

Health Insurance

Basic Life Insurance

Supplemental Insurance Referral

Long-Term & Short-Term Disability

Employer-paid Pension Plan (paid by employer)

403(b) Voluntary Pension

12 Paid Holidays

Paid Day Off for Employee’s Birthday

20 Vacation Days (increases to 23 after 7 years of service)

12 Sick/Personal Days per Year (can be accrued)

Paid Half-Day for Bi-annual Medical

Workers' Compensation

Parental/Family Medical Leave

Personal Leave

Educational Leave

Bereavement Leave

Jury/Witness Duty Leave

Employee Wellness Program

Uniform Allowance (if applicable)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $36,397.00 - $40,198.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Will you be able to visit the homes of families, either with your own vehicle or via public transportation?
• Do you have a Home Visitor Child Development Associte (CDA) credential?

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Work Location: In person