Early Head Start Home Visitor at Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida

Job Description:

Job Title: Early Head Start Home Visitor
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 57378
Department

The Center for Prevention and Early Intervention Policy

Responsibilities

Plans and conducts educational sessions during weekly home visits with pregnant women, infants, and toddlers. Sessions will be based upon assessment of child and family needs, utilizing Early Head Start protocols, policies and procedures.

Develops written child and family case documentation including: home visit notes, child assessment results, child and family goals progress, and parent-child interactions through timely entries into the program database and quarterly reporting.

Provides prenatal education for expectant families using the Partners for Healthy Baby curriculum to promote healthy birth outcomes and ensure linkages with pre and postnatal care providers.

Plans and facilitates Group Socialization experiences twice monthly for children and families served in the home, including encouragement of group participation from families.

Assists in arranging regular medical appointments and gathering medical documentation for families enrolled in the program.

Conducts accurate screening and ongoing assessment of young children's developmental progress utilizing the Ages and Stages Developmental Questionnaire (ASQ) and the Early Learning Accomplishment Profile (ELAP).

Provides referrals and assists families in identifying and utilizing community resources, while encouraging and promoting each families empowerment and self-sufficiency.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and two years of experience; or high school diploma and six years of experience. (Note a combination of post high-school education equal to six years.)
A valid Florida or Georgia driver's license or the ability to obtain prior to hire.
Completion of all requirements necessary for work in a healthcare environment in accordance with state laws, Department of Health, OSHA, and/or CDC as performed by a qualified physician.
Physical examination completed by a qualified healthcare provider/physician.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Social Work is preferred.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!



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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.


Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

This position is located in Quincy, Florida.

This position is being advertised as open until filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at: https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf.

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