General Purpose:

The HIPPY Home Visitor supports families with preschool-aged children in Fremont County by delivering the HIPPY curriculum through weekly home visits. This position strengthens parent-child relationships and promotes school readiness by empowering parents to be their child's first and most important teacher. This is a part-time hourly position that follows the academic calendar (September through May), with no scheduled work during the summer months (June-August).

• This position is primarily home-based within Fremont County. Employees are required to attend in-person team role play and meetings at the Pueblo office each Monday.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work primarily from a home office while serving eligible HIPPY families throughout Fremont County.
• Conduct weekly home visits with enrolled families to role-play and model the HIPPY curriculum
• Prepare lesson and gather materials to ensure families have what they need to complete weekly activities
• Encourage and support parents in building their confidence as their child's primary educator.
• Participates in monthly reflective supervision and all required staff meetings.
• Participates in monthly Enhanced Home Visiting reflective supervision and quarterly Enhanced Home Visiting mindfulness consultation
• Participate in weekly team meetings, professional development throughout the academic year,
• Attend outreach events and assist in recruitment efforts
• Serve a caseload of approximately 13 families weekly
• Maintain accurate records, complete required documentation, and communicate regularly with supervisors
• Represent the program positively in the community and support the mission of Catholic Charities
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work effectively from a home office while maintaining communication with supervisors and the HIPPY team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Comfortable entering family homes and working with diverse populations
• Dependable and committed to consistent weekly visits and meetings
• Comfortable role-playing educational activities with parents during visits
• Willingness to drive to family homes and events throughout the counties served.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly preferred, but not required Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, proof of motor vehicle insurance and pass required background checks

Education and Experience:

• Associates degree in Early Childhood Development or related field highly preferred.
• High school diploma or GED with 1 year of supervised work experience working with families and children under 5 required.
• Experience in home visiting, or peer support roles is a plus.
• Participation in the HIPPY program as a parent or former HIPPYCorps member is highly valued.

Work Environment:

• Non-profit social service agency
• Primarily home-based work environment with regular travel throughout Fremont County to conduct home visits.
• Required in-person attendance at the Pueblo office each Monday for team role play and meetings.
• Mileage required travel to the Pueblo office will be reimbursed according to agency policy.
• Business casual attire appropriate for home visits and community engagement.

This description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with this internship. It is intended to reflect the principal job elements essential for making compensation and employment decisions.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$17.42 per hour

Benefits:

Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Paid time off

Work Location:

In person