The Child Center of NY·New York
The Home Visitor conducts weekly home visits to provide child development education, monitor health and safety, and offer resource referrals to families. They also collaborate with families to establish development goals and maintain accurate documentation in data management systems.
This position includes a $1,200 Sign on Bonus!
Summary The Home Visitor is responsible for providing necessary services to children and families at the home of the participant.
Essential Functions: Conduct weekly home visits to young children and their families.
This may include resource referral, monitoring physical and mental health status, monitoring home environment and conducting safety and risk assessments Provide education and support services to families.
Carry out “curriculum” for child development in the context of the home and during group “socialization” experiences.
Conduct screening and ongoing assessment of children’s development.
Collaborate with families to establish family development goals and document this collaborative process in family partnership agreements.
Act as liaison and advocate between community resources and families and escort families when appropriate to and from community resources or other activities.
Utilize data management systems to complete required documentation of necessary data.
Works in cooperation with staff to schedule disabilities and/or mental health appointments for children and parents as needed.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
High School Diploma and study plan to obtain Home Visitor Child Development Associate or equivalent coursework 1 year of experience working with children Knowledge in one of the following: child safety, nutrition, child health, family dynamics, and adult learning principles. Experience in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, and working with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Ability to motivate people and work in diverse and challenging situations. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines and multi-task. Ability to work independently with minimum supervision. Will support families that predominantly speak Spanish. Qualifications Preferred: Home Visitor Child Development Associate The Child Center of NY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. EOE M/F/D/V
Candidates must have a high school diploma and a study plan to obtain a Child Development Associate credential. At least one year of experience working with children and knowledge of child health, safety, and family dynamics are required.
Market context
Early Head Start home visitor roles in New York are often competitive because programs look for candidates who can support infants, toddlers, and families in home-based settings while meeting credential and experience requirements. This posting calls for a high school diploma, a plan to earn a Child Development Associate credential, and at least one year of child-related experience; the sign-on bonus may add interest. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit before applying.