In-Home Early Learning Specialist

Overview

Thrive and Change Lives

Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is dedicated to caring for those in need while promoting human development, collaboration, and the elimination of poverty and injustice; helping people in need regardless of their religion, race, ethnicity, or nationality. We believe that all people have infinite value and are worthy of our respect and compassion. Above all, we are committed to creating hope and transforming lives.

We believe that quality service begins with a passionate, motivated and hardworking workforce; a positive and caring work environment, and recognition for the challenging work our employees perform in service to others. For these reasons and many more Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is a great place to work!

Flexible Work Schedules

Remitted Tuition

Professional Development

Competitive Pay and Work Life Benefits

Professional Supervision and Coaching

Recognition and Appreciation Programs

Opportunities for Growth and Promotion

Responsibilities

The In-Home Early Learning Specialist will be responsible for an assigned caseload of 4-12 families with young children ages ranging 18 months to 4 years old. They will visit these families in their homes twice weekly for 2 years, completing reports and assessments as required by the ParentChild+ Program and Catholic Charities of Onondaga County. The In-Home Early Learning Specialist will make refferals to external providers based on these assessments and work with the guardians to set goals. The specialist will travel throughout Onondaga County for visits, assist with family recruitment, and participate in networking and community events. They will attend weekly staff meetings, individual supervision meetings, and maintain compliance with funding source guidelines and Catholic Charities policies and procedures.

This Position is Part Time and Starting Pay For This Position Is: $18.50/ Hour

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience Required at Entry:

• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with up to 2 years of experience working with young children and/or families, or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Experience may include daycare, in-home childcare, nanny, or former program participant.
• Knowledge of child development and familiarity with community resources.
• Home visiting experience preferred.
• Bilingual/multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Former program participants are encouraged to apply.
  
  

Skills/Abilities

• Ability to share language, life experiences, culture, and community with the families.
• Basic computer skills
• Specialized training or coursework related to the position.
  
  

Licenses/Certifications/Clearances

• Valid NYS Driver’s License,
• Registered and Insured Vehicle,
• NYS Child Abuse Registry Clearance.
• Clearance from the Office of Mental Health.
  
  

Working Conditions And Environment/Physical Demands

• Mobility sufficient to drive to and participate in meetings at clients' homes and/or community facilities that may not meet Federal accessibility standards for disabled individuals. Manual dexterity sufficient to work with children/adults in a challenging and active environment.
  
  

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building on our foundation of a diverse workforce; and fostering an inclusive environment that encourages the recruitment and engagement of a workforce that fully represents the community we serve. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race (including traits historically associated with race), color, creed, sex/gender (including pregnancy), age, disability, religion, national origin, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, prior arrest/conviction record, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status of being transgender, ancestry, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics or carrier status, reproductive health decision making, or any other basis prohibited by law.