PAT Parent Educator - Havasupai at Chicanos Por La Causa – Flagstaff, Arizona

As a Parent Educator, you’ll play a vital role in shaping brighter futures for families. You’ll conduct in-home visitation services using the Parents as Teachers curriculum-helping parents become their child’s first and best teacher.

You’ll guide families through every step of early childhood development, providing tools, encouragement, and evidence-based education to promote healthy growth and strong relationships. You’ll also connect families with community resources and provide support in areas like behavioral health, development, and family well-being.

Under the supervision of the Program Manager, you’ll ensure high-quality services by maintaining accurate records, participating in reflective supervision, supporting quality improvement efforts, and fostering positive relationships with families and community partners.

You’re passionate about helping families succeed and children thrive. You bring patience, empathy, and a genuine belief in every parent’s ability to grow. You’re organized, adaptable, and thrive in a collaborative environment where each day brings opportunities to make a difference.

You are nonjudgmental, reflective, and skilled at building trust with diverse families. You balance independence with teamwork and maintain professionalism and compassion in every interaction.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

Education /Background:

• At least 2 years’ experience working with individuals or communities from culturally and economically diverse backgrounds.
• GED or high school diploma
• Education or training in a related field such as child development, family studies, psychology, social work, or similar preferred.
• Must possess a valid Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance card or obtain prior to start of employment.
• Complete CPR and First Aid certifications within 90 days of hire and maintain certifications throughout employment.
• Knowledge of infant/child development, parent-child attachment, behavioral health dynamics, and child abuse/neglect.
• Knowledge of strength-based, family-centered prevention services.
• Ability to identify family strengths, set goals, and advocate for resources.
• Knowledge of community resources and how to connect families to needed services (e.g., social services, behavioral health, developmental disability supports).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including being nonjudgmental, objective, reflective, empathic, patient, and tactful
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to promote clear understanding
• Ability to be self-motivated and work independently, while also collaborating effectively within team dynamics and under direct supervision to meet program requirements/objectives
• Bilingual (English and Spanish/Navajo/Hopi/Supai) desired.

Strong communication, organization, and adaptability are essential to support parents effectively. A genuine passion for empowering families and helping children thrive is key to success in this role.