Home Visitor/Safe Care Provider- Project HOPES I Program (Zapata, TX) -

Position: Home Visitor/Safe Care Provider- Full Time Position

Location: Zapata TX.

Founded in 1982 in Laredo, Texas, SCAN is a leading provider of social services in South Texas. SCAN offers a friendly and supportive working environment that encourages personal and professional growth.

Project HOPES I is committed to the prevention of child abuse and neglect through education and early intervention in Webb, Zapata, and Jim Hogg counties.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Recruit and provide curriculum-based parenting education sessions to primary adult caregivers of young children ages 0-5 in their homes to prevent abuse and neglect.
• Provides case management and referrals.
• Administers data collection instruments and record data collected.
• Documents all services provided and maintains participant charts.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Exceptional emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with a broad spectrum of people.
• Resourceful problem solver who takes initiative.
• Excellent writing, presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task while managing multiple projects.
• Ability to work independently as well as to be a contributing team member.
• Maintain a positive attitude as a reflective learner and educator.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Suite.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Home Visitors/ Safe Care Providers should have at least an associate's degree or equivalent (a bachelor's is preferred) in the behavioral sciences or related field. It is preferred that they have previous experience working with children or youth and/or families.
• Bilingual (English-Spanish) is required.
• Ability to occasionally work some evening hours.
• Reliable transportation, good driving record, proof of insurance, a valid driver's license are required.

Benefits for this Full-Time Position Include:

• Paid Health amp; Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation amp; Sick Leave
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Bi-weekly Pay (direct deposit)
• Dental and Vision Insurance Coverage available at minimal cost
• Detailed Orientation and Ongoing Job Training Provided

Closing: Until Position is filled.

Salary: $19.23 to $21.15 per hour depending on qualifications and experience.