PAT PARENT EDUCATOR - WEST - HYBRID at SJRC Texas Inc

Hondo, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Aug, 26

Salary

50000.0

Posted On

15 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Parent Education, Case Management, Bilingual English/Spanish, Child Development, Family Assessment, Record Keeping, Interpersonal Communication, Culturally Sensitive Facilitation, Recruitment, Reporting, Crisis Management, Time Management

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

This is a hybrid position and the candidate must reside within the following county(s) within Region 8: Val Verde, Edwards, Kinney, Maverick, Dimmit, Zavala, Uvalde, Real, and Medina County. PRIMARY FUNCTION/RESPONSIBILTY Satisfactory implementation and delivery of the Parents as Teachers (PAT) Program within the context of the PAT curriculum and Quality Essential Requirements. A certified parent educator implements the PAT model, emphasizing parent-child interaction, development-centered parenting and family well-being in their work with families. Utilizing the PAT Foundational Curriculum in culturally sensitive ways, the Parent Educator partners, facilitates, and reflects with families. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Administrative * Maintain accurate logs and records as required by the PAT Program and SJRC Texas * Prepare and submit monthly reports as scheduled by the PAT Program including but not limited to a monthly Summary of Service (SOS), mileage documentation and TPCN documentation and billing * Maintain the ability to use time and resources effectively to meet job requirements * Maintain up to date client records-meeting all PAT requirements for documentation in family folders and in required databases * Ensure all program data is accurate and detailed * Abide by TPCN documentation and billing guidelines * Strong organizational and record keeping skills Program * Participate in staff meetings, trainings and conferences as required by PAT * Effectively administer parent/caregiver assessments to all enrolled caregivers. * Develop, monitor and review goals with each family * Provide group connections to give families an opportunity to build social connections with each other, engages in parent-child interaction activities, and increase their knowledge of ways to support children’s development * Effectively deliver PAT services to a caseload of up to 20 families using the Parents as Teachers curriculum to deliver home visits * Plan, provide and document personal visits focused on parent-child interaction, development-centered parenting and family well being * Maintain confidentiality * Help parents and children transition to other services as needed * Develop and maintain trusting relationships with parents as a model for parent-child relationships * Support and promote the philosophy and integrity of PAT * Be available to provide PAT presentations at health fairs and to individuals, school staff, or community agencies * Be available to respond to phone or written communication from individuals seeking information on PAT or Prevention Services * Assist with completion of the PAT Annual Program Report * Monitor and manage a healthy balance between personal and professional responsibilities * Engage in recruitment activities * Travel to and back from home visits within assigned region * Other related duties as required QUALIFICATIONS Required: * Bachelor’s degree in Education, Child Development or Social Science field of study preferred * 1+ Years in Social Services Field including early childhood education, social work, health, psychology, or related field * Must be Bilingual in English and Spanish Certifications/Licenses/Registrations: * Valid state drivers license, good driving record, ability to provide own transportation and proof of current automobile insurance * CPR/First Aid Certification (provided) * PAT Certified Educator 0-3 PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND INFORMATION * Body mobility to stoop, kneel, bend, reach, walk and walk briskly in order to interact with and monitor children * Stamina to work long days and drive long distances * Ability to work at various times throughout the week to include some evenings and weekends * Must have ability to communicate both verbally and in writing * Environment requires dexterity to remain calm and adapt to fast paced and emotional environments * Home-like settings with varying moderate to high degrees of background noise * Frequent exposure to various living environments * Campuses are smoke-free, except on permitted campuses in designated areas SJRC’S TEAM CORE COMPETENCIES Organizational Responsibility * Supports and works to achieve SJRC Texas’s mission, vison, core values, and strategic goals * Maintain fiscal responsibility and confidentiality Professionalism * Present a neat, clean appearance and dresses appropriately for the job * Sets a good example for others by own self-discipline and behavior and displays positive attitude and demeanor Planning and Execution * Works in an organized manner and uses time effectively * Ability to work independently and be self-motivated (often in the field) * Meets commitments * Begins work, meetings and appointments when scheduled * Observes and follows policies regarding time off * Dependable * Accepts responsibility for attendance and punctuality * Flexible and able to adjust workload to accommodate changes in priorities Communication * Strong communication and interpersonal skills * Ability to establish rapport with families and empower them by building on their strengths * Use of positive language towards the organization and their goals * Handles information in a confidential manner * Listens to details, gets clarification as needed; seeks and asks for help when needed * Uses respectful and inoffensive level, tone, and dialogue with coworkers, vendors, visitors and children * Accepts and responds to constructive criticism * Demonstrates essential courteous telephone behaviors Teamwork * Establish and maintain positive and professional relationships with coworkers, vendors, visitors and children * Offers support and assistance to coworkers and other staff, and works actively to resolve conflicts * Volunteers readily and seeks increased responsibility * Generates suggestions and innovates ideas for own position, department and organization Health and Safety * Observes policies on health, safety and security and maintains a clean work area * Notifies proper authorities of circumstances or situations of possible health hazards * Reports significant and major incidents or accidents Ability and Accuracy * Accomplishes tasks quickly and accurately with few mistakes * Gains new knowledge and adapts to new duties and responsibilities * Shows pride in correct and accurate work DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP/REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS Supervised by: Texas Family First PAT Supervisor Supervises: N/A

Responsibilities

Implement the Parents as Teachers (PAT) model by providing home visits and group connections focused on parent-child interaction and family well-being. Maintain accurate client records, conduct caregiver assessments, and facilitate transitions to other services as needed.