Leon County Healthy Start Home Visitor

Job Title: Healthy Start Home Visitor (Perinatal & Parenting Educator)
Location: Leon County, FL
Organization: Family Empowerment Project (FEP):  https://www.fepfl.org/ 
Job Type: Full-Time

Make a Difference for Families in Your Community

The Family Empowerment Project (FEP) is looking for two compassionate and motivated Home Visitors to support pregnant women and families with infants. If you’re passionate about maternal and child health and enjoy building meaningful relationships, this role offers the opportunity to create real impact—one family at a time.

We are specifically seeking at least one bilingual candidate (Spanish, Arabic, or Dari).

What You’ll Do

In this role, you’ll meet families where they are—literally and figuratively—by providing education, support, and connection to resources.

• Provide in-home support to pregnant women and families with infants
• Teach topics like prenatal care, breastfeeding, parenting, and infant development
• Conduct screenings, assessments, and ongoing home visits
• Connect families to community resources and follow up on referrals
• Track progress to support healthy birth outcomes and child development
• Complete documentation within 72 hours
• Build strong community partnerships
• Manage a flexible schedule that includes fieldwork, office time, and some remote work (after training)

What You Bring

We’re looking for someone who is compassionate, organized, and able to work independently in a community-based setting.

Minimum Qualifications (one of the following):

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, public health, or related field
• Associate’s degree + 3 years of relevant experience
• 2+ years of college coursework + 3 years of related experience

Highly Preferred:

• Bilingual in Spanish (prefered) , Arabic, or Dari)

Key Skills:

• Strong communication and relationship-building
• Time management and organization
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently
• Comfort using Google Workspace and data systems

Requirements

• Level 2 background screening (required before hire)
• Valid Florida Driver’s License, reliable transportation, and insurance
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs
• Commitment to confidentiality and HIPAA compliance

Pay & Benefits

• $40,000 annual salary (after training period)
• $18.50–$19.00/hour during onboarding, with review at 90 days

Benefits include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Ongoing training and professional development

Schedule & Work Environment

• Monday–Friday, 8-hour workday
• Occasional evenings or weekends based on family needs
• Work locations include client homes, office, and hybrid-remote opprotunities (after training)
• Staff report to the office when not in the field

Why Join FEP?

At FEP, your work directly supports healthier moms, stronger families, and thriving communities. You’ll be part of a supportive team that values collaboration, growth, and meaningful impact.

Apply Today

Submit your resume and cover letter through Indeed. Be sure to note if you are bilingual.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Family Empowerment Project is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Pay: $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have reliable transportation Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
• Do you have current auto insurance and a clean driving record?

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Social/ Human Service, Public Health or related field: 2 years (Preferred)
• home visitation : 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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For inquiries, please email Kwanza W. at kwilson@fepfl.org