ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Dedicated: Implement home-based services for assigned families in alignment with agency policies and procedures, to include: child development, family engagement, parent education, physical health, mental health, early intervention, community resources, family well-being, self-sufficiency, prenatal development and preventative care, positive parenting, attachment and parent/child bonding Collaborates in the planning and implementation of family socializations, parenting education, and parent activities/events Utilize agency provided, research-based curriculum to fidelity. Promotes parent and family engagement in ClackCoKids offerings and activities. Follows agency enrollment policies and procedures to assist in enrollment of children and families into the program throughout the school year. Works with supervisor to facilitate the resolution of family concerns as they occur. Compassionate: Leads with strength-based approach to promote family empowerment at all times Schedule and complete required individualized home visits with each family based on families’ scheduling needs/preferences. Complete needs assessments with assigned families and work alongside them to set achievable goals Ensure needed social services are provided to all assigned families, which may include direct, individual problem solving; referrals; long- and short-term goal setting; assistance with follow-up; and advocacy. Supports healthy family and child outcomes through providing health education/information, supporting timely exams/screenings, and offering consistent and supportive follow-up when needed Ability to use a positive approach in directing and redirecting child behavior Inclusive: Promote the role of parents as the primary nurturers and teachers of their children Partner with families to implement educational activities that support individual child needs, goals, and interests. Partner with the parent in setting individualized school readiness goals for their child. Encourage the development of parenting skills through support and education that honors individual family values/beliefs. Provide guidance and coaching for parents in methods of age appropriate, constructive, culturally responsive, and positive strategies to work with their child. Demonstrates commitment to agency’s philosophy and approach to equity and inclusion Professional: Promotes all services and programs at ClackCoKids at all times. Participate in cross-component collaborations as appropriate and in alignment with agency policies and procedures. Attend and actively engage in agency committees, meetings, and events as assigned. Attend agency trainings as assigned and work with the supervisor to develop an individual professional development plan. Attend and engage in regular supervision meetings with direct supervisor and team meetings as assigned, utilizing reflective practices Utilize agency systems for accurate, high-quality data entry in alignment with agency policies and procedures. Manage time in an effective manner, including keeping an up-to-date calendar. Trustworthy: Respect and maintain confidentiality for client information, as well as in all other relevant/appropriate circumstances. Build and strengthen collaborations and rapport with community agencies and supporters in a manner that benefits. children and families and highlights the mission and impact of ClackCoKids. Uphold and honor commitments made with families and co-workers. Engage in direct conversations with the intent to strengthen and preserve relationships. ADDITIONAL EXPECTATIONS: Program Participation and Team Member: Arrive to work on time; punctually attend and actively participate in all required activities, meetings, and trainings. Be a respectful, cooperative, and reliable team member and participant in program activities. Project a professional work image, both in dress and manner. Be familiar with, and adhere to, position-related policies and procedures as well as the program’s overarching objectives. Follow Agency policy/procedures for reporting and documenting suspected child abuse and/or neglect. Some evening and weekend work to be expected. Code of Conduct: Perform all work in compliance with the Clackamas County Children’s Commission Code of Conduct. Confidentiality: Respect and maintain confidentiality of information regarding enrolled children and families, personnel issues, and other program operations as appropriate. Training: In consultation with supervisor, develop professional work goals and training plan. Participate in training as requested. JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in early childhood or closely related field preferred Infant Mental Health endorsement (preferred) A minimum of a home-based CDA® credential (or comparable credential), or equivalent coursework as part of an associate’s or bachelor’s degree Experience in working with or providing services to children and families. Knowledge o
