Position Highlights
Position Summary
The Parenting Support Services Program is a service for families with children 0-16 that supports and enhances positive family functioning. Families receive one or both of the PSS interventions, Positive Parenting Program (Triple P) and Circle of Security Parenting, along with some case management. The Parent Educator will work collaboratively with families and community partners to ensure that the program supports parents/guardians in addressing family needs and setting and achieving family goals.
The function of the PSS program is to help parents become resourceful problem solvers and be able to create a positive and safe home learning environment for children to develop emotional, behavior, and cognitive strengths. It also will help build, support, and strengthen parents’ relationship capabilities so they are better equipped to provide a quality of relationship that is more supportive of secure attachment.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Participates in direct care to assess needs and coordinate services
Maintains daily/weekly scheduled appointments in electronic records systems
Carries average caseload of 10-12 families
Conduct home visits using evidence-based model to improve parental capacity, skill, development, and competence of caregivers
Provide case management to help families identify and meet their basic needs
Facilitate parent education groups
Complete referrals for needed resources and services in the community.
Conduct ongoing assessment of family strengths, needs, and resources
Work in collaboration with multidisciplinary team members including external partners
Completes required documentation and paperwork including progress notes and treatment planning in a timely manner
Consult with supervisor as needed and to avoid crises
Engage in regular, reflective supervision and technical assistance with the goal of professional growth
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in education, family development, social work or related field
Valid driver's license a must for in home services
Must have excellent writing and communication skills, be highly organized
Must be able to work as a part of a team
Able to work flexible hours, some evenings required
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience providing direct patient care is desirable, in-home a plus
Knowledge of infant/early childhood development and mental health
Knowledge in working with LGBTQ+
Trained in Triple P/Circle of Security curriculum
Comprehensive Benefits Offered
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