• Parent Educator will implement Parents as Teachers model and curriculum with fidelity and follow all program and agency policies and procedures.
• Implementation of the program in accordance with contract requirements and First Things First Standards of Practice.
• Parent Educator will conduct home visits and maintain a caseload of 20-25 families.
• Complete home visits weekly or twice a month following and delivering PAT Curriculum. Frequency is determined through case staffing with Program Director/Supervisor depending on the needs and supports of the family.
• Prepare for home visits and complete Planning Guide in data system (Penelope) prior to scheduled visit.
• Conduct home visits and group connections at time that is convenient for the family. This may include evenings and weekends.
• Complete all post visit documentation within two business days.
• Maintain case records and data system in accordance with agency and program policies, procedures, and requirements.
• Initiate contact with referred families within two days and actively work to engage families in the program.
• Travel to and from home visits, program trainings and/or events using own vehicle and/or agency vehicle.
• Attend mandated trainings, which may include out-of-state travel.
• Complete family centered assessments in the families’ primary language.
• Connect families to resources that address their needs at a minimum of quarterly basis.
• Administer developmental (ASQ-3 and ASQ-SE2) and sensory (vision and hearing) screenings throughout the program year with appropriate screening tools and equipment.
• Administer screenings for children, including Bracken School Readiness Assessment and M-CHAT.
• Administer screenings for parents, including PICCOLO, Edinburgh and PHQ-9 (depression), and WEBS/HITS (domestic violence), AAPI (parenting knowledge).
• Actively participate with teammates in the development and facilitation of monthly group connections for families. Facilitating an opportunity for families to build social connections with each other, engage in parent-child interaction activities, and increase their knowledge of ways to support children’s development.
• Maintain a positive working relationship with colleagues, administration, collaborative partners and others within the community.
• Participate monthly in two hours of individual reflective supervision and at a minimum one hour of group supervision.
• Attend and participate in all mandatory conferences, seminars, in-service training and program meetings.
• Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement activities, such as File Review and provide constructive feedback in set platform.
• Build and maintain relationships with community agency and partners to share program information and learn about resources available for families (events/outreach as assigned).
• Follow agency dress code and overall agency policies.
• Organize and identify materials/supplies following program procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and clutter-free work environment, including following fire codes.
• Maintain professionalism at all times.
• Identify and develop professional goals with Program Director.
• Other duties as assigned by Program Director.

• CDA, Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Family Studies, Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education, or related field.
• Two or more years of experience working with young children 0 – 5 years of age and their parents.
• Have knowledge/experience in home visitation and group education.
• Have knowledge/experience in typical and delayed child development.
• Have knowledge of community resources.
• Experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse populations.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with families, social service providers, collaborative partners, co-workers and Program Director.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and some weekends.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to meet all set deadlines.
• Ability to work with diverse populations, which include but are not limited to diverse cultural, social economic status, lifestyles.
• Basic computer skills such Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Ability to continue to grow professionally.
• Location: must be able to provide direct service to the designated client base in the Northwest Maricopa area.
• Maintain a functional and safe home working space with adequate internet connection for the job.
• Comply with all agency and program policies and procedures including confidentiality, employee conduct, computer usage and dress code.
• Meet program/department’s performance and productivity standards.
• Attend required agency and program/department meetings.
• Adhere to the schedule agreed upon with the supervisor.
• Follow and model CFR’s core values.
• Participate in PQI initiatives.
• Certification in CPR/First Aid and/or ability to obtain such
• Must be eligible and able to obtain a Level one fingerprint card.
• Must have a valid Arizona driver’s license, vehicle and meet agency liability insurance requirements.
• Consistent with CDC’s new streamlined guidance, the Safer Federal Workforce determined COVID-19 workplace safety protocols will not vary based on vaccination status or otherwise depend on vaccination information. Due to this determination, requiring, requesting, or collecting vaccination status information is suspended. For current status of the COVID-19 vaccine requirement and/or questions, please contact Human Resources at humanresources@cfraz.org.

• Sitting for extended periods of time daily; standing and walking short distances.
• Must be able to climb stairs and move through a facility and a home.
• The position includes interaction with children that could include picking up a child as heavy as 40 pounds.
• Moderate twisting, bending, stooping and lifting up to 40 pounds in the performance of assigned duties.
• Ability to use a variety of office equipment and machines as referenced.
• Normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination required.
• Repeated hand-wrist movement required.

At Child & Family Resources, nothing is more important to us than healthy, happy children. We believe that educated parents and a wealth of resources are crucial to a child’s success, confidence, and development. Our team is committed to offering accessible programming that helps parents be the best they can be and allows children to thrive. We have offices in 13 locations throughout Arizona.When you work at Child & Family Resources, you’ll have an opportunity every day to improve the lives of those around you. The teams at our offices throughout Arizona are made up of diverse individuals that reflect their community and are dedicated to helping others. Whether you’re looking for part-time employment or a full-time position, find your home with us. You can make a difference!