Parent Educator - Bilingual
Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington
Yakima, WA
JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$21–$28 Per Hour
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Child Development, Coaching, Communication Skills, Driver's License, Employee Assistance Plan, English Language, Legal, Liability Insurance, Life Insurance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Multilingual, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Spanish Language, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Yakima, WA
POSTED
3 days ago
As a Parent Educator, you'll provide supportive, home-based services to families. You'll use a proven program model to guide your visits, complete assessments, help families create goals, and connect them with helpful community resources. Your work supports parents, strengthens skills, and promotes health child development.
Responsibilities:
Provide supportive, family-centered, home-based services
Enroll Families into the Parents as Teacher (PAT) program and help them create and follow services plans
Conduct regular home visits focused on goals, child development, and family needs
Complete developmental screenings and connect families to helpful community resources
Document services and submitting paperwork on time
Participate in team meetings, community events, and required trainings
Maintain confidentiality and follow agency policies
Schedule home visits based on family needs while managing your weekly hours
Represent the agency professionally in the community
Collaborate effectively with other agencies and community partners
Work flexible hours when needed, including occasional evenings or weekends
Travel frequently within the community and visit families in their homes
Perform other duties as required
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
The following requirements are those that are normally required for performance of this position. Any disabled applicant or incumbent who does not meet one or more of the physical requirements, but who can perform the essential function of the job (with or without reasonable accommodations) shall be deemed to meet these requirements.
Physical Requirements:
This position normally requires the physical demands of sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting or performing other work requiring low physical exertion, talking, hearing and adequate vision on a regular basis to perform the job requirements. These physical demands are required up to 80% of the time.
Non-Physical Requirements:
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Sciences, Preferred
Associates Degree, Required
Experience
2 years' experience working with parents and young children with Bachelors Degree
5 years' experience working with parents and young children with Associates Degree or equivalent
Special Skills
Knowledge of child development, a range of child rearing practices and issues
Knowledge of community resources
Knowledge of appropriate use of screening materials
Ability to work independently and as a team member
Possess good verbal and written communication skills
Possess good data management skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Word and Excel
Aptitude for learning new software programs and technology
Maintain confidentiality according to professional standards
Bilingual (English/Spanish) Required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English/Spanish preferred
Ability to provide culturally relevant services
Value all people, their family culture, heritage, language, and beliefs
Licensure, Registration, Certification
First Aid/CPR certification required
Food Handlers Card required
Valid Washington State driver's license and minimum required liability insurance for WA State
Must be deemed insurable as determined by Catholic Charities' liability insurance provider
Employment is conditional upon:
Being cleared by criminal background check and fingerprinting when required
Wage Range: $21 to $28 hourly, depending on level of education and experience
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm
Benefits:
13 paid holidays, 12 days of vacation, 12 days of sick leave per year
Health insurance including medical & prescription coverage, with optional dental and vision insurance plans. Majority of premiums paid by Catholic Charities
Retirement 403(b) Plan: employee contributions commence upon employment; Catholic Charities contributes 2% of monthly income and matches up to 4% of employee contributions following 6 months of employment
Basic Life Insurance paid 100% by Catholic Charities
Flexible Spending Account eligibility following 6 months of employment
Education Assistance Program reimbursing up to $5,250 per year for approved continuing education after 6 months of employment
Additional voluntary insurances including supplemental life, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), critical illness, long term disability, accident, and ID theft
Employee Assistance Program includes 3 counseling sessions per year, legal consultations, financial coaching, and other wellbeing tools
Annual longevity awards begin at 5 years of employment
It is the practice of Catholic Charities to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, citizenship status, marital status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Applicants from underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We gladly offer reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities to support participation in the hiring process and employment.
Excited about this role, but don't meet 100% of the expected qualifications listed above? We'd still love for you to apply! Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where unique experiences are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute. Research has continuously shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all the listed qualifications. We want to help overcome this trend and seek to make space for unique and relevant skills and attributes. So, when applying to Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington, rest assured that your application is reviewed by a living, breathing human being, and evaluated based on key competencies needed for success in the position. Questions or concerns? Contact recruiting@catholiccharitiescw.org, we'd be happy to connect!
You can do the work you love, be your authentic self, and make an impact in the lives of thousands. We believe in a culture rooted in community, collaboration, and growth. As an agency we are inspired by our Mission of bringing hope to life, especially those most in need
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