Are you passionate about making a difference? Would you like to work with a compassionate team that supports children, families and the community?
*This position is full-time (40 hours per week) and benefits eligible*
Based out of Kona office
As a Home Visitor for our Early Head Start program, you will partner with families and children, including those with special needs, on a scheduled one-to-one weekly basis in their homes for a minimum of 90 minutes - planning an individualized program which meets the child's intellectual, physical, emotional and social needs.
Assists families in identifying family resources and needs; furnishes information to families about available community resources; assists and enables parents to become self-advocates.
Obtains data and conducts child development assessments and curriculum.
Successful candidate is able to multi-task and has computer and office skills
Qualifications:
- Working with children and their families - especially ages 0-3
- Preschool teacher - classroom experience with young kids helpful
Preferred:
- Associates degree in Early Child Education (ECE) or related field OR
- Associates degree in progress in ECE or related field with at least 2 years experience OR
- Childhood Development Associate credentials/certification
Benefits include Employer-paid Health/Dental/Vision/Life insurance premiums, 2 weeks Paid Vacation, 1 week Paid Sick Leave, 12 Paid Holidays, 401K, and more.
To apply please submit resume and cover letter.
To learn more about Family Support Hawaii please visit us on the web
Family Support Hawai'i – Supporting families and communities since 1979 (familysupporthawaii.org)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Please describe your education and/or experience related to working with children and their families.
- Do you currently live on the Big Island?
- Our staff meet with families in their homes on the west side of Hawaii. Are you comfortable driving to meet with client families that are as far south as Ka'u and as far north as Waikoloa?
Experience:
- working with young children (age 0-3) and their families: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road