Early Head Start Home Visitor

Office Location: Chariton, Iowa (serving families in Clarke, Decatur, Wayne, Lucas & Monroe counties)
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday – Friday, typically 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (must be flexible to meet the needs of the families; could include evening visits if needed)
About Us:
SCICAP Early Childhood Program is committed to providing high-quality, comprehensive services to young children and their families. Our Early Head Start program serves pregnant women, infants, and toddlers through a home-based model that supports child development and strengthens parent-child relationships.
We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated Home Visitor to join our team. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children and their families, we’d love to meet you.
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Position Summary:
The Early Head Start Home Visitor provides weekly home visits to families with children aged birth to three and expectant mothers. Home Visitors support the development of secure parent-child relationships, promote healthy child development, and work closely with families to identify goals and connect them to community resources.
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Key Responsibilities:
• Conduct weekly 90-minute home visits with enrolled families
• Facilitate age-appropriate activities that support child development in language, motor, cognitive, and social-emotional domains
• Provide prenatal support and education to expectant families
• Partner with families to establish family goals and connect to necessary services
• Complete developmental screenings and ongoing assessments
• Maintain accurate documentation and records in compliance with Head Start Performance Standards
• Coordinate and facilitate socialization group experiences for families once per month
• Collaborate with supervisors and other team members for ongoing support and case management
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Qualifications:
• Required: Home-based CDA credential or equivalent in Early Childhood Education, Social Work, or related field or willing to obtain after hire
• Preferred: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Services, or Social Work
• Experience working with infants, toddlers, and families in a home-visiting or similar role
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance
• Ability to pass all required background checks
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Why Join Us?
• Supportive, mission-driven work environment
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunities to make meaningful, long-term impacts on children and families
• Company vehicle provided for home visits
• Dedicated leadership team that values your expertise
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Apply today to join a team that is making a difference from the very beginning of a child’s life.