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11/03/2020
The Help Me Grow (HMG)-Home Visitor (HV)
Ross County Health District
POSITION INTRODUCTION – Grant Funded
The Help Me Grow (HMG)-Home Visitor (HV) provides in-home visitation services to families with children, prenatal to age 3, who reside in Ross County, Ohio. An evidenced-based program will be utilized by the home visitor to promote healthy growth and development for babies and young children. The HMG HV will use a non-judgmental, compassionate approach that empowers parents with skills, tools, and confidence to nurture the healthy growth of their children. The primary focus of the HMG Home Visiting program includes interventions that are family-centered, strength-based and directed at establishing a trusting relationship. The HMG HV supports families by providing them with information regarding child development, healthy pregnancy, and parenting skill development, including traditional parenting practices. The HV will conduct regular developmental screenings, parent-child interaction assessments, and monitor the family’s connection to a medical home provider.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND CHARACTERISTICS:
- Associate degree in social work, nursing, special or early childhood education, child development or related field as specified by HMG Home Visiting program requirements. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Two years of experience working with infants/toddlers and their families.
- Experience working with diverse populations in a community-based setting.
- Strong knowledge of community resources.
- Strong communication skills.
- Skilled in use of computer systems, web-based software applications, and Microsoft 365.
- Organization and planning skills.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to pass a B.C.I. Background Check and a Drug Test.
- Ability to pass a background check with the Ohio central registry on child abuse and neglect.
- Individual completes a personal profile with verification on the Ohio professional registry.
- Individual completes mandatory training, not limited to those required by the evidenced-based model being implemented.
LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have a valid State of Ohio driver’s license and remain insurable in accordance with the agency’s insurance policy.
The Ross County Health District, as an equal opportunity employer, strives to hire and maintain a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the culture and demographics of the population we serve.
To apply: Email your resume and cover letter to: Donna Atchison, Administrative assistant – Human Resources email address: datchison@rosscountyhealth.org
Position open until filled. A full position can be seen on our website at: http://rosscountyhealth.org/employment/
