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September 17, 2024
GUNNISON COUNTY
Gunnison
PART TIME
Parents As Teachers - Parent Educator
Description:
Who We Are
Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County will deliver services and set standards that reflect its values and preserve the region’s unique quality of life for present and future generations to enjoy. Gunnison County is governed by an elected three member Board of County Commissioners serving four-year overlapping terms.
Perks of the Gunnison Valley
"The Gunnison Valley is famous for both summer and winter outdoor recreation. In summer, explore the two million acres of public lands by hiking and mountain biking. In winter, alpine skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort is unmatched. There are dozens of miles of scenic cross-country ski trails, too. You’ll find great restaurants, shopping, arts and events in the valley’s unique mountain towns" For more information on what the valley offers, visit the Gunnison & Crested Butte website here.
Benefits
Under the direct supervision of the Parents As Teachers Supervisor, the Parent Educator provides parent education, developmental information, and family support to parents through personal home visits to promote the health development of children from pregnancy to kindergarten. Parent educators utilize the nationally recognized “Parents as Teachers” curriculum to deliver quality home-based early childhood education, developmentally age appropriate resources of effective child – parent interactions techniques.
The ideal candidate will embody Gunnison County Juvenile and Health and Human Services values and approaches, which includes: Equity, Diversity and Inclusive practice, Positive Youth Development, Understanding Risk and Protective Factors, cultural awareness, a 2 Generational approach and being trauma responsive with both young people, families and community members. This position is grant-funded with flexible scheduling required.
Pay Rate
The starting hourly range is from $27.03 to $30.77, depending on experience, plus partial benefits.
*The County pays monthly on the last weekday of the month.*
View the full job description here.
Hiring Manager
Shonna Gray
Email: SGray@gunnisoncounty.org
Anticipated Job Posting Close Date
Open until filled.
Requirements:
Qualifications/Education:
Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County will deliver services and set standards that reflect its values and preserve the region’s unique quality of life for present and future generations to enjoy. Gunnison County is governed by an elected three member Board of County Commissioners serving four-year overlapping terms.
Perks of the Gunnison Valley
"The Gunnison Valley is famous for both summer and winter outdoor recreation. In summer, explore the two million acres of public lands by hiking and mountain biking. In winter, alpine skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort is unmatched. There are dozens of miles of scenic cross-country ski trails, too. You’ll find great restaurants, shopping, arts and events in the valley’s unique mountain towns" For more information on what the valley offers, visit the Gunnison & Crested Butte website here.
Benefits
- Housing is held for Gunnison County Employees and may be available for you to rent
- Vacation Leave: based on years of service starting at 8 hours/month that is prorated to the number of hours worked
- Sick Leave: 8 hours for each month of service that is prorated to the number of hours worked
- 16 hours of personal leave that is prorated to the number of hours worked
- Employer Paid Norton Life Lock Membership
- Employee Assistance Program
- Mandatory 401(a) 3% Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement.
- 401(a) 3% Employer Contribution match
- Voluntary 457(b) Pre-tax or After-tax Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement.
- 457(b) Up to a 3% Employer Contribution match
- Discounted Pet Insurance, and Gym Memberships
Under the direct supervision of the Parents As Teachers Supervisor, the Parent Educator provides parent education, developmental information, and family support to parents through personal home visits to promote the health development of children from pregnancy to kindergarten. Parent educators utilize the nationally recognized “Parents as Teachers” curriculum to deliver quality home-based early childhood education, developmentally age appropriate resources of effective child – parent interactions techniques.
The ideal candidate will embody Gunnison County Juvenile and Health and Human Services values and approaches, which includes: Equity, Diversity and Inclusive practice, Positive Youth Development, Understanding Risk and Protective Factors, cultural awareness, a 2 Generational approach and being trauma responsive with both young people, families and community members. This position is grant-funded with flexible scheduling required.
Pay Rate
The starting hourly range is from $27.03 to $30.77, depending on experience, plus partial benefits.
*The County pays monthly on the last weekday of the month.*
View the full job description here.
Hiring Manager
Shonna Gray
Email: SGray@gunnisoncounty.org
Anticipated Job Posting Close Date
Open until filled.
Requirements:
- Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license.
- Must have reliable vehicle
- Must pass a state and federal criminal background check.
- Must complete ICS 100 and ICS 700 within the first year of employment..
- Special certification as appropriate and required for expanded functions.
- Current CPR and First Aid – or obtained within first 6 months of hire
- Ability to pass TB Test
- Attend Foundational and Model Implementation training for certification for children ages 0-3
- Attend Foundational 2 certification for children ages 3-5
Qualifications/Education:
- A baccalaureate degree in early childhood development or related field is preferred; or-
- Minimum of 60 college hours in early childhood development with a minimum of two years experience directly working with young children under the age of 5 preferred; or –
- Certificate in Early childhood education, Elementary Education, or 5 years experience in preschool setting preferred.
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the department finds appropriate and acceptable.
- Public Health experience is preferred.
- Recent pertinent continuing education.
- Ability to read, write, and speak fluently in English is required.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred
- Knowledge of integrated systems, especially behavioral health and the child serving systems.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging and accessibility.
- Diplomacy in resolving conflicts and integrating perspectives, with an ability to handle escalated situations.
- Ability to write reports, correspondence and maintain accurate records
- Familiarity with issues surrounding family poverty
- Ability to exercise independent judgment and effective problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and be self-motivated (work is often away from the office)
- A growth mindset and being a proactive learner.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- A commitment to reflective supervision, data collection and continuous quality improvement.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, protect client’s rights and follow HIPPA regulations.
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