Parent Educator - Enhanced Long Parenting Institute Job Central Islip New York USA,Social Work

Position: Parent Educator - Enhanced Long Island Parenting Institute

Parent Educator - Enhanced Long Island Parenting Institute

Join Our Team as a Parent Educator!

Are you passionate about supporting the Family and Community population and making a real difference in their lives? EAC Network, a leading not-for-profit social service agency dedicated to helping over 80,000 people through 100 impactful programs across Long Island and NYC, is looking for a dedicated part time Parent Educator to join the Enhanced Long Island Parent Institute (LIPI) Program.

Salary: $34/ hour
Schedule:

Flexible up to 19 hours per week, occasional evenings and weekends
Location:

320 Carleton Ave, Central Islip NY 11722

What drives the core purpose of this job:

The Parent Educator will provide home-based education to pregnant and parenting people and their family members impacted by Opioid Use Disorders. The Parent Educator will conduct workshops, classes, and individual/family sessions in EAC offices, community centers, and client homes. The Parent Educator will represent EAC NETWORK's Enhanced LIPI Program at community events when needed.

What are the key responsibilities:

Provide parent training to pregnant and parenting people and their family members utilizing a combination of cognitive behavioral tools along with evidenced-based curricula.

Maintain progress notes, provide regular contact and updates with clients and supervisor.

Responsible for correspondence to confirm participation for clients.

Communicate with DSS and the courts to report on progress of clients.

Conduct parenting sessions within client homes, community centers, and virtually when needed.

Work evenings and weekends as required.

Perform all other relevant duties as determined by Supervision and EAC NETWORK Administration.

What key knowledge, skills, and abilities are required to excel in this role

Bachelor's degree in social work, human or social sciences required. Master's degree in social work or mental health counseling preferred.

Must have two years of experience in Human Services or working with parents and children, including experience with families in crisis.

Must have good communication skills, both oral and written.

Must have ability to work cooperatively with Department of Social Services, substance use agencies, and domestic violence agency professionals and other professionals interfacing with program clients.

Must be proficient in computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, Microsoft Office applications, calendar, email and/or database software necessary to perform work assignments.

What We Offer:

At EAC Network, you will find more than just a job – you will find a supportive work environment committed to your well-being and growth. We champion equity, justice, and belonging, fostering a workplace where every voice is valued and empowered.
We offer many roles with flexible and hybrid schedules to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, and our generous PTO policy and Summer Fridays ensure you have time to recharge. Our commitment to wellness also earned us the 2024 Gold Healthy Workforce Designation from Cigna.
Additionally, EAC employees may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. At EAC Network, you are part of a team making a difference in our communities across Long Island and New York City, every day.