POSITION SUMMARY: 

To supervise home visiting staff in the provision of high-quality home-based services that lead to strong family outcomes, in compliance with all applicable standards and regulations. 

REPORTS TO: Home-Based Services Manager 

SUPERVISES: EHS Family Support Specialists

CLASSIFICATION:  Exempt; supervisory

DURATION: 51 weeks 

PAY GRADE: HH 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Supervise and monitor the implementation of home-based services for assigned staff in alignment with agency policies and procedure, to include the following components: 

o Child development

o Family engagement

o Parent education

o Physical health

o Mental health

o Early intervention

o Community resources

o Family well-being

o Self-sufficiency

o Prenatal development and preventative care

o Positive parenting,

o Attachment and parent/child bonding

· In consultation with the Home-Based Services Manager (HBSM), develop and implement systems for home visiting service delivery that leads to strong data collection and services. 

· In consultation with the HBSM, develop and implement training and professional development plans for the home-based services component.

· Supervise and monitor the implementation of research-based curriculum.

· Conduct regular supervision meetings with direct Family Support Specialists, utilizing reflective practices. Conduct monthly team meetings.

· Works with Family Support Specialists to facilitate the resolution of family concerns as they occur, in consultation with the HBSM.

· Participate in cross-component collaboration with other home-based supervisors and component managers as appropriate. 

· Collect and monitor data that is accurate and high-quality, providing timely reports to HBSM as directed.

· Attend and actively engage in agency committees, meetings, and events as assigned.

· Manage home-based services supplies inventories (office and program supplies), reporting needs in a timely manner. 

· Follows agency recruitment and enrollment policies and procedures to maintain program enrollment, promoting all services and programs at ClackCoKids at all times.

· At the direction of the HBSM, build and strengthen collaborations and rapport with local agencies and partners, attending appropriate meetings and events as assigned.

· Attend county, state, and regional meetings as assigned.

· Coordinates family socialization and parenting/family education opportunities as directed.

· Implement additional tasks as assigned by Home-Based Manager.

ADDITIONAL EXPECTATIONS:

· Some evening and weekend activities to be expected.

PROGRAM PARTICIPATION AND TEAM MEMBER:

· Arrives at work on time, punctually attends and actively participates in all required activities, meetings, and trainings.

· Be a respectful, cooperative, and reliable team member and participant in program activities.

· Projects a professional work image, both in dress and manner.

· Be familiar with, and adhere to, position-related policies and procedures as well as the program’s overarching objectives.

Code of Conduct:

Perform all work in compliance with the Clackamas County Children’s Commission Code of Conduct.

Confidentiality:

Respect and maintain confidentiality of information regarding enrolled children and families, personnel issues, and other program operations as appropriate.

Training:

In consultation with supervisor, develop professional work goals and training plan. Participate in training as requested.

Skills and Abilities

· Good bilingual (Spanish/English) verbal, writing, reading, and comprehension skills required.

· Ability to effectively communicate with parents and students from varied cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.

· Ability to effectively supervise and coach staff from varied cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.

· Ability to provide training, direction, and support to fit individual needs.

· Ability to set and communicate specific goals and monitor progress toward achieving them.

· Willingness to engage in building reflective practice.

· Strong computer skills, proficient in MS Office Suite and knowledge of, or ability to learn, specialized education software.

· Ability to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and insured vehicle available for use on the job (or have alternative transportation).

· Ability to possess and maintain compliance with State of Oregon Criminal Background Registry.

· Ability to possess and maintain current First Aid/CPR certification.

· Ability to obtain and maintain an Oregon Food Handler’s Card

Working Conditions:

· Work is usually performed in an office environment and may include entrance into client homes on occasion. 

· Frequent computer use.

· Driving in local traffic conditions as needed. 

· In normal work day may bend, squat, and climb occasionally. 

· Work is light in nature, lifting maximum of 20 lbs. with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 lbs. May require walking or standing to a significant degree, or sitting most of the time, with the ability to sit on the floor.

Our Commitment to Equity & Inclusion

Because our vision is for a community in which ALL children have the best possible opportunity to succeed, we seek to confront racism, discrimination, and prejudice in all forms.

· We continue to educate ourselves so that we may effectively engage in conversations and actions that lead to real change.

· We remain committed to listening to one another, intending first to understand.

· We work to ensure that our leadership, staff, and culture reflect the diverse needs of the children and families that we serve.

· We continue to solicit feedback and ensure accountability at all levels, believing these are critical elements for cultivating an environment of equity, inclusion, and respect.

· We have much to learn and much to do, desiring to be part of the solutions that will lead to safety, social justice, and a better, kinder world.

Education and Experience

· Master's degree in human services or fields related to working with children and families, or bachelor's degree in these fields with 3 years of relevant experience, or less than a bachelor’s degree but with commensurate Early Childhood experience.

· At least one year of training and/or experience in management and supervision of adults.

· A solid understanding of, or experience in, supervising diverse staff with humility, as well as providing support to staff in stressful work environments.

· Knowledge of infant and child development and parent-child attachment.

· Experience with family services that embraces the concepts of family-centered and strength-based service provision.

· Knowledge of parent-infant health and dynamics of child abuse and neglect.

· Experience supporting culturally diverse communities and families.

· Experience in home-visiting with a strong background in early childhood prevention services.

· Willingness to engage in building reflective practice (e.g., capacity for introspection, communicating awareness of self in relation to others, recognizing value of supervision, etc.)

· Infant mental health endorsement is preferred.

· Experience with reflective practices is preferred.

· Step 10 or higher with the Oregon Registry Online (must be attained within 2 months of hire).

· Must be at least 21 years of age, as required by Oregon Administrative Rules.