Home Visitor

Job Overview

USD Head Start is hiring a Head Start Home Visitor based in Tea, SD, who will travel to Lincoln and Turner counties to conduct weekly home visits for expectant women and children ages 0‑2. The role also includes assisting with Play and Learn Sessions at the Tea office and will receive a program vehicle for travel.

• Conduct weekly home visits for expectant mothers and toddlers (ages 0‑2).
• Assist in the planning and facilitation of Play and Learn Sessions at the office site.
• Provide individualized learning support and developmental screenings.
• Offer nutritious meal guidance and health service referrals as needed.
• Educate parents on child development and community resources.
• Maintain accurate documentation and case files.

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, education, counseling, nursing, or a closely related field.
• Experience working with young children and families.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to multiple counties.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

• Full benefits package including health insurance, paid holidays, and annual/sick leave accrual.
• Life insurance policy.
• Matching contribution to the South Dakota retirement system.

Head Start provides free health, education, and developmental services to families with young children. As a federally funded program, we collaborate with families to celebrate their cultural values and strengths. Services are offered across Clay, Lincoln, Turner, and Union counties, both in home settings and at local centers, and some programs are available full‑time, year‑round.

• Individualized learning
• Vision, hearing and developmental screenings
• Nutritious meals and snacks
• Health services
• Parent education
• Community resource information

USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Reference List

Optional Documents

• Other

Notice to all applicants:
If you are selected as a finalist, job references and a background check may be conducted.

South Dakota Board of Regents
306

E. Capital Ave, Suite 200
Pierre, SD 57501
605‑773‑3455