Parent Educator

Position: Parent Educator Location: Elk County

Employment Type: Full-time/Hourly/Non-exempt

Pay: $14.55-$17.51 per hour

Do you believe in the power of supporting families from the very beginning? Are you passionate about child development and empowering parents? Join our team at CenClear as a Parent Educator, where you'll make a lasting impact by helping families build strong, healthy foundations for their children's future.

About CenClear At CenClear , our mission is to improve lives through high-quality early childhood and behavioral health services for all ages. We are dedicated to fostering growth and wellbeing in individuals, families, and communities across sixteen counties in Pennsylvania. We take pride in being a trusted provider and a top employer, recognized for our commitment to excellence, innovation, and compassionate care.

Our core values guide everything we do:

Teamwork: We believe in unity, collaboration, and the power of working together.

Change & Innovation: We embrace new ideas to drive continuous improvement.

Respect & Compassion: Every person is treated with dignity in a safe, caring environment.

Integrity: We operate with honesty, fairness, and trust.

Resilience: We encourage self-awareness, self-care, and meaningful relationships.

Wellbeing: We care deeply about our employees' physical, emotional, and economic health.

Community Commitment: We collaborate and advocate with and for our communities.

As a Parent Educator, you will provide in-home and group-based educational services to families, following the Parents as Teachers model. You'll support parents with practical tools, developmental guidance, and access to community resources helping them give their children the best start in life.

Provide coverage across Elk county (travel required; mileage/time reimbursed per policy)

Work 37.5 hours per week, 44 weeks per year

Provide regular home visits and group sessions

Support parents with child development and parenting guidance

Conduct screenings, assessments, and maintain records

Connect families with community resources

Collaborate with team members and community partners

Recruit families and participate in outreach activities

Attend training and stay current with curriculum

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED, along with two years of supervised work experience with young children and/or parents

High school diploma or GED, along with two years of supervised work experience with young children and/or parents

Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Additional Requirements: Must obtain the following clearances prior to hire: PA State Police Criminal History, PA Child Abuse History, FBI Criminal History, and Mandated Reporting Certificate

Must obtain the following clearances prior to hire: PA State Police Criminal History, PA Child Abuse History, FBI Criminal History, and Mandated Reporting Certificate

Must obtain and maintain Parents as Teachers (PAT) Certification.

Complete and maintain Pediatric First Aid and CPR (provided after hire).

Must complete Child Development Associate Certification (CDA) (provided after hire) if candidate does not possess post-high school training in Early Childhood Education.

Must be able to travel and attend additional training as required.

Strong communication, organization, and computer skills

Reliable transportation and flexible schedule (some evenings/weekends)

Ability to lift 30+ lbs, sit/stand for extended periods, bend/kneel, and visit homes