Home Visitor

Pro Action of Steuben and Yates, Inc. was established in 1965 with a mission to combat poverty and improve the quality of life for low-income individuals and families in Steuben and Yates counties. Over the years, the organization has evolved to meet the changing needs of the community. The agency's philosophy in addressing poverty has also evolved, incorporating evidence-based practices and holistic approaches to better serve the community.

RCF Home Visitor Penn Yan and Hornell, NY. The Home Visitor partners with families to provide high-quality in-home education, child development support, and family services that promote healthy growth and school readiness. Through regular home visits, this position coaches parents as their child's first teacher, supports developmental learning activities, conducts screenings and assessments, and connects families with community resources. The Home Visitor builds trusting relationships with families, advocates for their strengths and goals, and collaborates with program staff to ensure comprehensive services that support both child and family success.

Ideal skills

• The ideal candidate will have strong relationship building, active listening and observational skills to foster family strengths, empower parents and promote child focused interactions.
• Knowledge of child development, time management, and effective communication both verbally and in writing when documenting information.

An associate's degree in human services or related field, or a combination of education and experience may be considered.

The ideal candidate must have a valid driver’s license, meeting agency standards per position and consistent, reliable transportation that will allow regular travel in and around the service area. Agency Driver Record History standards information can be obtained by calling Human Resources at View phone number on apply.teamengine.io.

As a full-time Pro Action employee, some of the benefits you are eligible for include: medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 403b retirement plan with employer-based contributions, generous personal and sick leave and more.

Interviews are scheduled by the hiring manager for applicants whose qualifications best meet the needs of the department and agency.

Please submit a letter of interest, resume, or completed employment application   to: Human Resources, Pro Action of Steuben and Yates, Inc. 117 E. Steuben St., Bath, NY 14810, or email to View email address on apply.teamengine.io .

It is the policy of Pro Action of Steuben and Yates, Inc not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, intern, volunteer, etc., based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, creed, religion (including wearing attire, clothing or facial hair in accordance with the tenets of religion), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and transgender status), gender identity or expression, reproductive health decisions, familial status, national origin, physical or mental disability (including gender dysphoria and being a certified medical marijuana patient), genetic information (including predisposing genetic characteristics), age (18 and over), veteran status, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, certain arrest or conviction records, domestic violence victim status, and any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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  Full Time