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PARENT NAVIGATOR

OUTREACH & ENGAGEMENT

Location: Bridgeport, CT

Travel Required: Local Bridgeport Community  

Compensation: $25.00 per hour 

Position Type: Part-time contracted position up to 15 hrs per week  

Contact: info@bridgeportprospers.org 

Bridgeport Prospers (BP) is seeking a Community Health Worker specializing in Early Childhood living in Bridgeport, CT to serve as their Parent Navigator. The Parent Navigator will report to BP’s Senior Community & Civic Engagement Manager & Parent Coordinator and work with BP’s Parent Ambassadors, and partner organizations. The Parent Navigator will serve as a “go-to” for families in the community by identifying outreach activities to reach caregivers of children, prenatal-age to age 8, with lived experience advocate on common issues raised in the early childhood space. The Parent Navigator will also attend local and statewide training & meetings to learn and gather information that is helpful to share with Bridgeport community members for the overall Parents Connecting Parents project.  

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Community Outreach & Engagement: Visit families and early childhood settings to provide outreach services. Participate in community outreach events to promote awareness of the Parent Connecting Parents Program and early childhood education messages & resources 

• Health Education: Offer culturally appropriate health education on topics like social emotional health, physical activity, and nutrition. 

• Developmental Screenings: Encourage parents to conduct health screenings, including developmental screenings for children using the Sparkler App. 

• Resource Navigation: Help parent ambassadors and childcare professionals navigate & identify local early care, healthcare, and social service systems within designated census tracts 

• Advocacy: Advocate for individuals and incorporate parent voice and feedback into decision-making through attendance and participation at BP’s Community Advocates Team meetings 

• Support Services: Provide social support, informal counseling, and assist with programmatic interventions. 

• Documentation: Maintain and document all participant encounters through a given Data tool (Documentation may include but is not limited to face-to-face visits, telephone & email communications, and create follow up action plans). 

• Participate in relevant training & professional development opportunities shared by Bridgeport Prospers & The Office of Early Childhood in connection to the Parent Connecting Parents project 

• Other tasks as assigned 

 REQUIREMENTS 

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; additional training in early childhood education or health-related fields is beneficial. CHW Certification preferred or be willing to become certified. 

• Experience: Previous experience in community health, early childhood education, or related fields. 

• Skills: Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations; establish and maintain positive working relationships 

• Knowledge: Understanding of early childhood development, community resources, and health care systems 

• Must be a caregiver of young children (mother, father, grandparent, foster parent, etc.) living in Bridgeport, CT and familiar with all zip codes within the city. 

• Bi-lingual is a plus  

• Open availability, we are looking for someone who can work flexible hours throughout the day, including evenings and some weekends.   

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 

• Must be trusted members of the communities they will be assigned to serve. 

• Considerable knowledge and experience working with community-based organizations and clinical settings. 

• Considerable oral and written communication skills and computer skills. 

• Cultural competency skills in working with under-served communities. 

• Knowledge of public health systems and early education promotion. 

• Proficiency in computer use and all Microsoft Office and other database software programs. 

BENEFITS

• Part-time, flexible working hours. 

• Opportunity to make a positive impact in your community. 

• Professional development and training opportunities. 

HOW TO APPLY

• Send your resume and a brief cover letter to info@bridgeportprospers.org 

• Application Deadline: February 20, 2025 

For more information, visit our website at www.bridgeportprospers.org/get-involved  

 ADDITIONAL NOTES 

This position is currently grant-funded and may be terminated due to the grant's expiration.