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• ABOUT US CHDFS, Inc. (The Center for Human Development and Family Services, Inc.) is 501(c)3 Non-Profit, Community-Based Organization. Established in 2002, CHDFS has demonstrated outstanding levels of care in helping New York’s families and communities struggling to survive in some of the poorest and most underrepresented communities. We are committed to providing a safe haven and caring community for those in need by assisting families, individuals, and children in meeting their emotional, physical, and intellectual needs. We believe in creating nurturing, non-biased environments in which individuals and families can learn and develop their fullest potential.

THE POSITION

ABOUT HOMEMAKER SERVICESHomemaker services are delivered by home care paraprofessionals who work with families; children and youth affected by trauma, including those impacted by adverse child welfare outcomes; pregnant and parenting adolescents; and families at risk for repeat maltreatment. Homemakers teach parents and guardians to care for children safely in their homes and work with families in crisis to address trauma with positive coping competencies. Families receiving homemaking services typically have children who are aged 12 and under. Homemakers work with the whole family to help parents and guardians apply protective factors in their everyday settings to achieve the best outcomes for the children. Homemakers also work to engage parents in activities designed to improve child functioning across developmental areas and educate parents about child development and strategies to prepare children for educational settings while promoting positive parent-child interactions. Homemaker services are intended to strengthen family life and promote healthy family functioning in order to prevent the placement of children into foster care, whenever possible.REQUIREMENTSPCA, HHA, or Homemaker certificate required.Experience with children and families preferred.Gain valuable experience and make a difference in a child's life. An Unlimited Weekly MetroCard is provided to the homemakers by CHDFS as a courtesy. CHDFS is an equal-opportunity employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: From $20.27 per hour

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekend availability

License/Certification:

• PCA, HHA, or Homemaker Certificate? (Required)

Work Location: Multiple Locations