Bilingual Outreach Specialist

Company: PS2G

Location: Washington, DC — community-based and onsite

Openings: 2

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; hours may vary based on program needs

About the Opportunity

PS2G is seeking Bilingual Outreach Specialists who can provide services in English and Spanish to support the DC Department of Health’s Early Childhood Health Division.

You will work directly with parents and caregivers of children ages birth through five through SafeCare Augmented, an evidence-based home visiting program. Your work will help families strengthen parenting skills, support children’s health, create safer home environments, and access community resources.

What You’ll Do

• Plan and conduct weekly home visits, providing services in English and Spanish according to family needs.
• Maintain an assigned caseload and encourage ongoing family participation.
• Administer screenings and assessments and connect families with appropriate resources and referrals.
• Provide education and support related to positive parent-child interactions, child health, and home safety.
• Build trusting relationships with families through culturally responsive communication.
• Support outreach and recruitment, including engagement with Spanish-speaking families.
• Participate in community engagement activities, with particular emphasis on DC Wards 5, 7, and 8.
• Collaborate with program staff, community organizations, and service providers.
• Maintain accurate case documentation and program data.
• Participate in required meetings, training, and professional development.
• Follow program procedures and deliver services consistent with the home visiting model.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to perform the responsibilities of the position in both English and Spanish, including family engagement, home visits, education, and referrals.
• At least one year of relevant specialized experience and/or lived experience that prepares you to perform the responsibilities of this role.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating with a program team.
• Ability to engage respectfully with families from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to conduct in-person home visits and outreach activities throughout Washington, DC.

Preferred Qualifications

• An associate’s or bachelor’s degree in public health, psychology, education, social services, or a related health field, ideally with coursework in child development, family relations, or interpersonal skills; or
• At least two years of experience in social services, education, or public health related to child health, behavioral health, or early childhood.

A college degree is preferred, but not required.

Work Environment

Work takes place in families’ homes, community organizations, early childhood centers, schools, and office settings. Routine duties are primarily performed in the community through home visits.

Staff are expected to report to the DC Health office four days per week when not conducting home visits or participating in outreach. Scheduling flexibility may be available based on program needs.

How to Apply

Submit your resume through this posting. Include your English and Spanish proficiency and highlight your experience supporting families, conducting community outreach, or working in early childhood or social services.