This is a hybrid position and the candidate must reside within the following county(s) within Region 8: Val Verde, Edwards, Kinney, Maverick, Dimmit, Zavala, Uvalde, Real, and Medina County.

PRIMARY FUNCTION/RESPONSIBILTY

Satisfactory implementation and delivery of the Parents as Teachers (PAT) Program within the context of the PAT curriculum and Quality Essential Requirements.

A certified parent educator implements the PAT model, emphasizing parent-child interaction, development-centered parenting and family well-being in their work with families. Utilizing the PAT Foundational Curriculum in culturally sensitive ways, the Parent Educator partners, facilitates, and reflects with families.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Administrative

Maintain accurate logs and records as required by the PAT Program and SJRC Texas
Prepare and submit monthly reports as scheduled by the PAT Program including but not limited to a monthly Summary of Service (SOS), mileage documentation and TPCN documentation and billing
Maintain the ability to use time and resources effectively to meet job requirements
Maintain up to date client records-meeting all PAT requirements for documentation in family folders and in required databases
Ensure all program data is accurate and detailed
Abide by TPCN documentation and billing guidelines
Strong organizational and record keeping skills

Program

Participate in staff meetings, trainings and conferences as required by PAT
Effectively administer parent/caregiver assessments to all enrolled caregivers.
Develop, monitor and review goals with each family
Provide group connections to give families an opportunity to build social connections with each other, engages in parent-child interaction activities, and increase their knowledge of ways to support children’s development
Effectively deliver PAT services to a caseload of up to 20 families using the Parents as Teachers curriculum to deliver home visits
Plan, provide and document personal visits focused on parent-child interaction, development-centered parenting and family well being
Maintain confidentiality
Help parents and children transition to other services as needed
Develop and maintain trusting relationships with parents as a model for parent-child relationships
Support and promote the philosophy and integrity of PAT
Be available to provide PAT presentations at health fairs and to individuals, school staff, or community agencies
Be available to respond to phone or written communication from individuals seeking information on PAT or Prevention Services
Assist with completion of the PAT Annual Program Report
Monitor and manage a healthy balance between personal and professional responsibilities
Engage in recruitment activities
Travel to and back from home visits within assigned region
Other related duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Child Development or Social Science field of study preferred
1+ Years in Social Services Field including early childhood education, social work, health, psychology, or related field
Must be Bilingual in English and Spanish

Certifications/Licenses/Registrations:

Valid state drivers license, good driving record, ability to provide own transportation and proof of current automobile insurance
CPR/First Aid Certification (provided)
PAT Certified Educator 0-3

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND INFORMATION

Body mobility to stoop, kneel, bend, reach, walk and walk briskly in order to interact with and monitor children
Stamina to work long days and drive long distances
Ability to work at various times throughout the week to include some evenings and weekends
Must have ability to communicate both verbally and in writing
Environment requires dexterity to remain calm and adapt to fast paced and emotional environments
Home-like settings with varying moderate to high degrees of background noise
Frequent exposure to various living environments
Campuses are smoke-free, except on permitted campuses in designated areas

SJRC’S TEAM CORE COMPETENCIES

Organizational Responsibility

Supports and works to achieve SJRC Texas’s mission, vison, core values, and strategic goals
Maintain fiscal responsibility and confidentiality

Professionalism

Present a neat, clean appearance and dresses appropriately for the job
Sets a good example for others by own self-discipline and behavior and displays positive attitude and demeanor

Planning and Execution

Works in an organized manner and uses time effectively
Ability to work independently and be self-motivated (often in the field)
Meets commitments
Begins work, meetings and appointments when scheduled
Observes and follows policies regarding time off
Dependable
Accepts responsibility for attendance and punctuality
Flexible and able to adjust workload to accommodate changes in priorities

Communication

Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to establish rapport with families and empower them by building on their strengths
Use of positive language towards the organization and their goals
Handles information in a confidential manner
Listens to details, gets clarification as needed; seeks and asks for help when needed
Uses respectful and inoffensive level, tone, and dialogue with coworkers, vendors, visitors and children
Accepts and responds to constructive criticism
Demonstrates essential courteous telephone behaviors

Teamwork

Establish and maintain positive and professional relationships with coworkers, vendors, visitors and children
Offers support and assistance to coworkers and other staff, and works actively to resolve conflicts
Volunteers readily and seeks increased responsibility
Generates suggestions and innovates ideas for own position, department and organization

Health and Safety

Observes policies on health, safety and security and maintains a clean work area
Notifies proper authorities of circumstances or situations of possible health hazards
Reports significant and major incidents or accidents

Ability and Accuracy

Accomplishes tasks quickly and accurately with few mistakes
Gains new knowledge and adapts to new duties and responsibilities
Shows pride in correct and accurate work

DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP/REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Supervised by: Texas Family First PAT Supervisor

Supervises: N/A

PAT PARENT EDUCATOR - WEST - HYBRID