Parent Aide - Educator

Responsibilities

• Maintains assigned caseload and ensures the proper implementation of in-home services in accordance with referrals made by DCYF.
• Works collaboratively with DCYF to respond to referral requests, create treatment plans, participate in treatment meetings, and provide regular service specific documentation.
• Develops and collaborates on treatment plan formation with measurable and attainable goals in partnership with families and DCYF.
• Adheres to all documentation requirements of service delivery including assessment writing and report writing.
• Participates in reporting progress to the court system through in person appearances and written reporting as requested.
• Provides parent education and supervised visitation to children, adults, and families in home and community-based settings.
• Offers parent coaching and support including provision of effective parenting strategies, meeting healthcare and educational needs of children, understanding developmental milestones, meal preparation and budgeting.
• Enforces supervised visitation expectations as identified by DCYF to ensure child safety.
• Interfaces with DCYF, the NH court system, schools, behavioral health providers, and any other involved members of the treatment team as necessary to provide quality service delivery.
• Succinctly assesses client risk on an ongoing basis and consult with clinical supervisor regarding any safety concerns.
• Transportation of clients, including children and adults, requiring car seat and booster seat installation.
• On-call rotation: responsible for responding to phone to provide support to families as utilized.
• Early evening availability required for working hours. Most visits to clients are in the afternoon or early evenings.
• Must have flexible availability to work due to this.
• Schedule/hours are subject to our clients needs.
• Ability to successfully document all clinical contacts and documentation through Electronic Health System.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma with 4 years minimum of experience working with children, youth and families in a home or community setting OR Associates degree with 2 years minimum experience working with children, youth and families in a home or community setting preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with reliable and consistent access to a vehicle.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of child development and family dynamics.
• Experience with supervision and documentation.
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency with electronic health systems.

Benefits

• Health, dental & vision insurance.
• Summer Fun Fridays: Early Friday closures at 12:30pm from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
• 3 weeks paid vacation.
• 11 paid holidays (including Juneteenth, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and NY Eve.).
• Generous sick time including mental health days.
• 401k retirement plan with up to 4% match.
• Voluntary short and long-term disability.
• Voluntary Life Insurance.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Longevity award - Monetary bonus and a vacation day annually.
• Company provided laptop and cell phone.
• Opportunity for professional growth.
• Supervision for licensure provided.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Personal cell phone discount.
• Compensation: up to $45k.