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Muscogee County Educator-MIECHV Home Visitor
Posting Number:
S14480P
Working Title:
Muscogee County Educator-MIECHV Home Visitor
Department:
CAES-Northwest District CES
Posting Type:
External
Retirement Plan:
TRS or ORP
Employment Type:
Employee
Benefits Eligibility:
Benefits Eligible
Full/Part Time:
Full Time
Schedule:
Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Occasional nights and weekends
Salary:
$40,000, Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date:
12/08/2025
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Proposed Starting Date:
01/01/2026
Location:
Columbus Area, Columbus, GA
EEO Policy Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Position Summary Family Assessment Workers (FAW) will be responsible for assessing new parents (prenatal and postnatal) for the risk of child abuse and neglect. Trained in the Healthy Families Model, the FAW will offer family home visitation services. Family Support Workers (FSW) provide emotional support, parenting education and guidance, and linkage to community resources through weekly, bi‑monthly, monthly, and quarterly home visits with at‑risk parents of newborns and children under age five years. FAW/FSW will work full‑time (40 hours per week) and are directly responsible to the Healthy Families Program Manager.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/Or Competencies
Positive parenting experience or prior experience in child abuse prevention, home‑based services, parent education, nursing, child development, and related areas are a helpful advantage.
Physical Demands
Normal working conditions of an office environment.
Stand for long periods to effectively present program to attendees.
Lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Speak effectively to audiences without amplification.
Driving
Direct Service Percentage Of Time: 30%
Provide emotional support and use active listening skills during visits.
Provide crisis counseling to families when appropriate.
Educate families about nurturing caring skills and child/family development in order to develop quality parenting skills.
Foster positive parent/child interaction.
Refer families to appropriate community resources and services.
Help families to resolve their own problems.
Assist families in receiving proper, preventative medical care for themselves and their children.
Schedule at least weekly visits with each family.
Maintain a relationship with each family for the duration of their involvement with the Healthy Families Program.
Maintain confidentiality and respect participating parents and children as individuals.
Indirect Service Percentage Of Time: 20%
Establish a case plan with goals, objectives, and activities with supervisor.
Attend Family Support Worker training sessions and others as indicated.
Attend weekly individual and monthly group supervisions.
Attend monthly in‑services and trainings.
Assist in planning and implementing group activities for families.
Notify supervisor of any concerns regarding child abuse reports, families missing visits, potential problems, safety issues, and any other questions regarding the program.
Assessment
Successfully complete all required training required for Family Assessment Workers.
Utilize basic interviewing skills to conduct psychosocial needs interviews with families during their prenatal and/or perinatal period to further assess risk, compatibility for HFG home visiting, and guide services.
Utilize information about the dynamics of child abuse and neglect when appropriate.
Act as a mandated reporter when indicated.
Refer the family to Program Manager for assignment to a family support worker.
Advocate for families as required.
Communicate and cooperate effectively with administrators, grant manager, community partners, and professionals encountered in performing Assessment tasks.
Maintain confidentiality and respect participants as individuals.
Notify Supervisor and SOC Administrator of any concerns regarding child maltreatment, potential problems or safety issues and questions or difficulties with hospital staff, administration or community partners.
Complete all necessary documentation within the time frame indicated by policy and grant requirements.
Meet with potential Healthy Family parents as soon as possible after receiving referral.
Program Management
Complete all necessary documentation within the time‑frame indicated in the program policy.
Complete visits with families or transfer family to another visitor before terminating employment.
Keep scheduled visits with families and let them know if you will be late or need to reschedule.
Other Responsibilities
Attend weekly and monthly staff meetings.
Assist in special projects, fundraisers and office duties as needed.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Act as mandated reporter.
Other Employment Information Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes
Is this a Position of Trust? Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes
Does this position require a P‑Card? No
Is having a P‑Card an essential function of this position? No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes
Does This Position Have Security Access (e.g., Public Safety, IT Security, Personnel Records, Patient Records, Or Access To Chemicals And Medications) ? No
Contact Details Recruitment Contact Name: Tracy Gauge
Recruitment Contact Email: nwdist@uga.edu
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Education and Training; Online Audio and Video Media
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S14480P
Working Title:
Muscogee County Educator-MIECHV Home Visitor
Department:
CAES-Northwest District CES
Posting Type:
External
Retirement Plan:
TRS or ORP
Employment Type:
Employee
Benefits Eligibility:
Benefits Eligible
Full/Part Time:
Full Time
Schedule:
Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Occasional nights and weekends
Salary:
$40,000, Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date:
12/08/2025
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Proposed Starting Date:
01/01/2026
Location:
Columbus Area, Columbus, GA
EEO Policy Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Position Summary Family Assessment Workers (FAW) will be responsible for assessing new parents (prenatal and postnatal) for the risk of child abuse and neglect. Trained in the Healthy Families Model, the FAW will offer family home visitation services. Family Support Workers (FSW) provide emotional support, parenting education and guidance, and linkage to community resources through weekly, bi‑monthly, monthly, and quarterly home visits with at‑risk parents of newborns and children under age five years. FAW/FSW will work full‑time (40 hours per week) and are directly responsible to the Healthy Families Program Manager.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/Or Competencies
Positive parenting experience or prior experience in child abuse prevention, home‑based services, parent education, nursing, child development, and related areas are a helpful advantage.
Physical Demands
Normal working conditions of an office environment.
Stand for long periods to effectively present program to attendees.
Lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Speak effectively to audiences without amplification.
Driving
Direct Service Percentage Of Time: 30%
Provide emotional support and use active listening skills during visits.
Provide crisis counseling to families when appropriate.
Educate families about nurturing caring skills and child/family development in order to develop quality parenting skills.
Foster positive parent/child interaction.
Refer families to appropriate community resources and services.
Help families to resolve their own problems.
Assist families in receiving proper, preventative medical care for themselves and their children.
Schedule at least weekly visits with each family.
Maintain a relationship with each family for the duration of their involvement with the Healthy Families Program.
Maintain confidentiality and respect participating parents and children as individuals.
Indirect Service Percentage Of Time: 20%
Establish a case plan with goals, objectives, and activities with supervisor.
Attend Family Support Worker training sessions and others as indicated.
Attend weekly individual and monthly group supervisions.
Attend monthly in‑services and trainings.
Assist in planning and implementing group activities for families.
Notify supervisor of any concerns regarding child abuse reports, families missing visits, potential problems, safety issues, and any other questions regarding the program.
Assessment
Successfully complete all required training required for Family Assessment Workers.
Utilize basic interviewing skills to conduct psychosocial needs interviews with families during their prenatal and/or perinatal period to further assess risk, compatibility for HFG home visiting, and guide services.
Utilize information about the dynamics of child abuse and neglect when appropriate.
Act as a mandated reporter when indicated.
Refer the family to Program Manager for assignment to a family support worker.
Advocate for families as required.
Communicate and cooperate effectively with administrators, grant manager, community partners, and professionals encountered in performing Assessment tasks.
Maintain confidentiality and respect participants as individuals.
Notify Supervisor and SOC Administrator of any concerns regarding child maltreatment, potential problems or safety issues and questions or difficulties with hospital staff, administration or community partners.
Complete all necessary documentation within the time frame indicated by policy and grant requirements.
Meet with potential Healthy Family parents as soon as possible after receiving referral.
Program Management
Complete all necessary documentation within the time‑frame indicated in the program policy.
Complete visits with families or transfer family to another visitor before terminating employment.
Keep scheduled visits with families and let them know if you will be late or need to reschedule.
Other Responsibilities
Attend weekly and monthly staff meetings.
Assist in special projects, fundraisers and office duties as needed.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Act as mandated reporter.
Other Employment Information Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes
Is this a Position of Trust? Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes
Does this position require a P‑Card? No
Is having a P‑Card an essential function of this position? No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes
Does This Position Have Security Access (e.g., Public Safety, IT Security, Personnel Records, Patient Records, Or Access To Chemicals And Medications) ? No
Contact Details Recruitment Contact Name: Tracy Gauge
Recruitment Contact Email: nwdist@uga.edu
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Education and Training; Online Audio and Video Media
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