At least three years of experience working with children and families is required.
Knowledge of early childhood development from birth to age five is required.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately manage sensitive information is required.
A valid driver's license and reliable transportation for home visits are required.
Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills are required.
Ability to build trust and maintain professional boundaries is required.
Strong organizational and time management skills are required.
Ability to work independently while effectively using supervision is required.
Cultural competence and ability to work with diverse populations is required.
Basic computer and documentation skills are required.
Responsibilities
Conduct regular home visits focused on parenting, child development, and family wellness.
Partner with families to establish goals and create actionable plans.
Provide strength-based, culturally responsive guidance and support.
Connect families with internal programs and community-based services.
Develop and maintain referral networks to expand support options.
Guide families through available home-visiting program options to ensure the best fit.
Complete required screenings and assessments in accordance with program guidelines.
Maintain accurate, timely documentation aligned with EBCAP and Rhode Island Department of Health expectations.
Participate in reflective supervision, ongoing training, and quality improvement activities.
Collaborate with Head Start, WIC, Behavioral Health, and Health Centers to ensure coordinated care.
Support outreach and recruitment efforts to engage eligible families.
Desired Qualifications
Bilingual ability in Spanish, Portuguese, or Creole is a plus.
A bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Child Development, Education, or a related field is preferred.
An Infant Mental Health endorsement is preferred.
Experience working within evidence-based home-visiting or family-support programs is preferred.
Support Families. Strengthen Communities. Change Lives. EBCAP is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Healthy Families America (HFA) Family Visitor to provide home-based support to families with young children. This role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact by helping families build healthy relationships, access critical resources, and achieve their goals in a strength-based, family-centered environment.
Position Summary The HFA Family Visitor is responsible for providing structured home-visiting services designed to support child development, parenting skills, family health, and overall well-being. Key responsibilities include conducting home visits, completing assessments, developing family-centered goals, and connecting families with community resources while ensuring compliance with Healthy Families America and Rhode Island Department of Health standards.
Why Join EBCAP? At EBCAP, you'll be part of a mission-driven organization committed to improving the lives of children and families throughout our community. Your work will have a direct and meaningful impact every day.
Family Engagement and Support
Conduct regular home visits centered on parenting, child development, and family wellness
Partner with families to establish goals and create actionable plans
Provide strength-based, culturally responsive guidance and support
Resource Coordination and Community Connection
Connect families with internal programs and community-based services
Develop and maintain referral networks to expand support options
Guide families through available home visiting program options to ensure best fit
Assessments and Documentation
Complete required screenings and assessments in accordance with program guidelines
Maintain accurate, timely documentation aligned with EBCAP and RIDOH expectations
Collaboration and Program Participation
Participate in reflective supervision, ongoing training, and quality improvement activities
Collaborate with programs such as Head Start, WIC, Behavioral Health, and Health Centers to ensure coordinated care
Support outreach and recruitment efforts to engage eligible families
Skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
Ability to build trust and maintain professional boundaries
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to work independently while effectively using supervision
Cultural competence and ability to work with diverse populations
Basic computer and documentation skills
Bilingual ability (Spanish, Portuguese, or Creole) is a plus
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 3 years’ experience working with children and families
Knowledge of early childhood development (birth to age five)
Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information appropriately
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for home visits
Preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, Child Development, Education, or a related field
Infant Mental Health endorsement
Experience working within evidence-based home visiting or family support programs