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Description

Under the direction and supervision of the Home Visiting Supervisor:Provide ongoing intensive support services primarily through home visits, to assigned families and/or pregnant women.
Liaisons with the community to case find prenatal women and/or parents with children aged 0  3 years at high risk. Utilize a Home Visiting curriculum
The ideal candidate shall possess education in Early Childhood and/or a Social Work Degree
The ideal candidate will be asked to work independently and to possess the skills necessary to gather input from the communities through community planning meetings.
Possess good interpersonal skills, Culturally sensitive, Ability to conduct oneself in a manner appropriate to the policies and procedures of KidsFirst NORTH. Ability to build partnerships with collateral agencies within the assigned community, Ability to maintain confidentiality. It is required that the applicant have strong oral and communication skills that will assist them in providing reports on progress and to have strong computer skills to track progress electronically.
Knowledge of the strength-based approach
Knowledge in early childhood development, family dynamics and prevention strategies.
Aware of challenges common to high risk families
Demonstrated ability to relate to families undergoing high degrees of stress, Able to handle high stress and emotionally demanding work environments. Must possess a valid drivers license, provide a drivers abstract, access to a vehicle, obtain a $2,000,000.00 business liability insurance and have the ability to travel extensively, Able to work flexible hours. The ability to plan to achieve overall goals and objectives of the program are necessary. A CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK WITH VULNERABLE SECTOR CHECK AND DRIVERS ABSTRACT MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH THE RESUME TO BE CONSIDERED FOR AN INTERVIEW. Thank you for your interest in KidsFirst NORTH, only those selected for an interview will be contacted