Wu Yee Children's Services Is Hiring A Home Visitor

Join Our Team as a Home Visitor - Empower Families & Foster Child Development! 🌟

Make a meaningful difference by supporting families in nurturing their children's growth and development, ensuring a culturally sensitive and empowering environment.

About Wu Yee Children’s Services

Wu Yee Children’s Services provides comprehensive Child Development, Family, and Provider services for children aged 0-5 and low-income families across San Francisco. Our programs include child/parent education, wellness, mental health, nutrition, social services, and encompass Early Head Start and Head Start initiatives.

Position Details

• Type: Full-time (40 hours/week)
• Schedule: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
• Location: 880 Clay St, San Francisco, CA 94108
• Req #: 1670
• Language Preference: Bilingual in Cantonese and English

Primary Responsibilities

• Ensure all Home-Based requirements comply with Head Start Performance Standards.
• Provide weekly in-home support to parents and children, integrating educational goals and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Promote healthy, secure attachments between parents and children.
• Coordinate and plan socialization activities for families per program standards.
• Manage a caseload of 10-12 families throughout the program year.
• Maintain consistent communication with families and staff to support effective program delivery.
• Build cooperative relationships with community agencies and partners.
• Keep children's files and databases updated, documenting contact and program compliance.
• Monitor progress and follow-up on program requirements.
• Assist in recruiting and enrolling new families, ensuring smooth orientation and transition.
• Support parents in setting educational goals and facilitate home activities, modeling effective parenting skills.
• Collaborate on developing individualized lesson plans with parents.
• Work with agencies to develop IFSPs and support families of children with delays.
• Address the needs of pregnant women in the program with tailored plans.
• Provide crisis intervention referrals when necessary.
• Coordinate family committee meetings and recruit parents for leadership roles.
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Experience & Skills

• Bilingual in English and Cantonese required.
• Proficient in English (written and verbal).
• Knowledge of early childhood education, intervention, and staff coaching experience.
• Understanding of supporting pregnant women’s healthy development.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in early childhood development, family services, or pediatric health.
• Ability to handle sensitive situations professionally and with good judgment.
• Strong computer skills.
• Experience facilitating group activities.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds as needed.

Educational Requirements

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent coursework in Social Work, Psychology, or related fields; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Or an Associate’s degree with an intention to complete certification within 18 months of hire.
• At least 12 Early Childhood Education units, including 3 infant/toddler units, or the ability to attain them within 12 months.

Working Environment & Physical Requirements

• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Capable of operating standard office equipment.
• Ability to work on a computer for up to 7 hours daily.
• Ability to sit for extended periods, with occasional standing and walking.
• Use hands for operating devices and equipment.
• Close vision required for computer work.
• Occasional stooping, kneeling, climbing, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Work Conditions

Standard office environment without hazardous conditions, involving typical physical demands of office work.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $28.72 - $44.35/hr. New hires typically start between $28.72 and $36.48. Final salary depends on experience and qualifications.
• Fully paid health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan with matching contributions after 1 year.
• 14 holidays, 15 days paid vacation, and sick leave.
• Opportunities for advancement within the organization.
• Extensive paid training and professional development programs.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Equal Opportunity

Wu Yee Children’s Services values diversity and promotes inclusive hiring. We consider qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, disability, veteran status, family or medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic. We comply with all laws and ordinances, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

Join us in making a positive impact on families and children’s lives! 🌱