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University of Texas Permian Basin Looking for Home Visitor Education Program – HIPPY Full Time
Hiring Department
The University of Texas Permian
Basin’s Department of Community and Family Health welcomes applications for the position of Home Visitor with our HIPPY
Program
Salary Range
$33,600.00 depending on qualifications
Essential Functions
This position
is responsible for recruiting and outreach activities for the program, providing weekly home visits to program participants, including role
play, curriculum delivery, responding to questions from participants, completing assessments/screenings, planning and implementing group
meetings for participants, and accurately documenting services within given deadlines.
Recruit and maintain a caseload of HIPPY
families as assigned by the HIPPY Coordinator in alignment with HIPPY model guidance.
1. Serve families via traditional delivery
(in-home), via teleservice/interactive video conferencing, or via a hybrid approach based on identified family needs and model best
practices.
2. Attend weekly roleplay, staff meetings, and periodic member development training.
3. Support families via weekly home
visits, roleplay curriculum packets, and respond to questions or concerns families may have.
4. Conduct assessments/screenings, review
scores with families, and refer to community supports as needed.
5. Organize and implement group meetings and special events for families
throughout the year.
6. Connect families to community resources relevant to family needs, follow-up with resource connections, and
properly document resource connections and progress notes.
7. Participate and attend Texas HIPPY trainings, events, and service
projects.
8. Accurately document all service provision, both electronically and physically, within designated timeframes.
9. Maintain
accurate timesheets and all other reporting as required by HIPPY US, and Texas HIPPY.
10. Participate in the data collection and data
entry of evaluation instruments to measure progress and impact of the HIPPY program.
Required Qualifications
- High
school diploma or GED - Ability to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends.
- Ability to complete
duties within deadlines and while attending to multiple tasks simultaneously. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to travel to multiple locations within Midland and Ector counties.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or
similar software. - Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Preferred Qualifications
- Two
years’ experience in early childhood and/or prevention services. - Prior experience as a HIPPY family/participant.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish).
Additional Information
Required Application Materials
1. Cover
Letter
2. Resume
3. List of References
4. Transcripts (Preferred)
5. Letters of Recommendation
(Preferred)
Conditions of Employment
1. The job description is not a complete list of all responsibilities and
duties performed by employees. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor.
2. Employment is
subject to an introductory period to monitor employee performance.
3. Once hired, the prospective employee must present documentation
within three (3) days of the hire date to establish their identity and employment eligibility as required by Immigration and Customs
Enforcement (ICE). Applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire. UTPB participates in
e-Verify.
4. Employees must be able and willing to travel and perform duties away from campus as necessary and must be able to operate a
licensed motor vehicle, have access to a dependable motor vehicle, and possess a valid state driver’s license. Must have and maintain a
satisfactory driver’s record.
5. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
6. UT Permian Basin is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected
veteran.
Schedule
Generally, the normal work hours for the university are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 – 5:30
pm; Friday, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm with a one-hour lunch. The individual holding this position may need to be available early morning, evening,
and on weekends to meet the needs of the department. Hours worked may differ with some departments.
Standard Working
Conditions
1. Able to lift various materials up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis.
2. Able to bend, crouch, and reach
continuously.
3. Physically able remain seated, frequently to continuously.
4. Able to remain standing up to 15% of the time.
5.
Possesses dexterity abilities required to perform job duties including extensive keyboard work, operating office equipment, performing
filing, and other job-related responsibilities that include extensive wrist and hand movement.
6. Standard working conditions may differ
depending on department and occupation
University Benefits
1. UT Permian Basin offers an excellent compensation
package including heath, retirement, & fringe benefits for eligible employees.
2. Coverage includes medical, prescriptions, life
insurance, AD&D, and matching retirement provided by UTPB.
3. You may also be eligible to add dental, vision, family coverage, &
flex-spending accounts, additional retirement, and a few other coverages as options too.
4. Fringe benefits include tuition reimbursement
(after one year of service), wellness breaks, employee assistant program (EAP), and meal deals, among other perks and discounts!
5. Our
benefits package, along with an ample leave policy, make for a great total compensation package.
About the
University
The University of Texas Permian Basin is located in Odessa, Texas. It was authorized by the Texas Legislature in
1969 and founded in 1973. The Permian Basin is one of the fastest-growing, culturally vibrant, economically invigorated regions of the
country – full of industry, culture, and wide-open spaces. At the academic heart of this area sits The University of Texas Permian Basin –
which every year, delivers smart, savvy leaders across the U.S.
As a regional, comprehensive institution, The University of Texas
Permian Basin serves a diverse community of students from the region, the state, and beyond. Through excellence in student-centered
teaching, learning, research, and public service, the University cultivates engaged citizens and impacts lives while advancing the
technology and public interests of West Texas.
Our vision is that the University of Texas Permian Basin will be an innovative,
responsive university that thinks large and lives local. We will lead in advancing education, research, economic competitiveness, and
cultural enrichment.
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Thank you for your consideration
in today’s job market. We look forward to connecting with you more in the future.
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