Home Visitor Jobs
Home Visitor jobs are open across early childhood programs, public health agencies, and nonprofit social services, from entry-level home visitor to program supervisor, with specializations in maternal and child health, family support, and early intervention. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Supervised by an Early Childhood Education Supervisor, the Child and Family Educator is responsible for the planning, preparation, and execution of an individualization program for a specific number of pregnant women, infants, toddlers and their families. The Child and Family Educator (Home Visitor) will support pregnant women and parents/guardians in their role as primary caregivers and educators of their infants/toddlers, in meeting their personal goals, and will assist them in achieving self-sufficiency across as wide variety of domains. Must be able to drive/commute to various local locations for home visits.
This is a limited appointment that may convert to career.
Salary Range: $27.92 – 48.00 Hourly
Pay range: $27.92 - $48.00 an hour
Qualifications
Required:
- Must have one of the following: Minimum 24 units in Child Development or Early Childhood Education; CDA in home visiting or Child Development classes; a California Teacher Credential or a California Teacher Permit; or a comparable credential or equivalent coursework as part of an associate’s/bachelor’s degree.
- Valid California Driver’s license and available transportation
- Pre-employment physical exam and TB clearance. Pre-employment physical exam must state that the individual is physically able to perform the duties in the Job Description.
- Fingerprint screen, criminal record, and child abuse index clearance, sex offender registry check.
- Knowledge of the following: HS/EHS philosophy, goals, principles, objectives, requirements; cornerstones of Child Development, Early Head Start policies and procedures; interviewing techniques, family dynamics, principles of adult learning, and advocacy/intervention concepts; crisis management and referral process; infant/toddler development stages and nurturing concepts; prenatal health and development; and community resources and referral processes.
- Skills in using PC computers, Microsoft Word and Excel, and must type at least 30 words per minute.
- Completion and submission of required personnel forms prior to employment.
Physical Requirements:
- Regular handling of items weighing between 10 to 15 pounds, with occasional handling of up to 25 pounds.
- Frequent engaging in bending, reaching, and twisting while performing home visits and socialization sessions.
- Navigation of varying flights of stairs.
- Involvement in kneeling, crawling, and stooping during home visits and socialization.
- Performing tasks that involve writing, typing, and handling small objects (e.g., arts and crafts materials for children).
- Sitting for extended periods, which may exceed one hour, including sitting on the floor for child development activities during home visits and socialization sessions.
- Must have available transportation to travel to work sites and home visits.
- Ability to communicate with parents enrolled in the program.
Preferred:
- Bi-lingual in English and Spanish
- 1-2 Years of experience working with infants/toddlers and their families
- B.A./A.A. Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education, or related field.
Supervised by an Early Childhood Education Supervisor, the Child and Family Educator is responsible for the planning, preparation, and execution of an individualization program for a specific number of pregnant women, infants, toddlers and their families. The Child and Family Educator (Home Visitor) will support pregnant women and parents/guardians in their role as primary caregivers and educators of their infants/toddlers, in meeting their personal goals, and will assist them in achieving self-sufficiency across as wide variety of domains. Must be able to drive/commute to various local locations for home visits.
This is a limited appointment that may convert to career.
Salary Range: $27.92 – 48.00 Hourly
Pay range: $27.92 - $48.00 an hour
Qualifications
Required:
- Must have one of the following: Minimum 24 units in Child Development or Early Childhood Education; CDA in home visiting or Child Development classes; a California Teacher Credential or a California Teacher Permit; or a comparable credential or equivalent coursework as part of an associate’s/bachelor’s degree.
- Valid California Driver’s license and available transportation
- Pre-employment physical exam and TB clearance. Pre-employment physical exam must state that the individual is physically able to perform the duties in the Job Description.
- Fingerprint screen, criminal record, and child abuse index clearance, sex offender registry check.
- Knowledge of the following: HS/EHS philosophy, goals, principles, objectives, requirements; cornerstones of Child Development, Early Head Start policies and procedures; interviewing techniques, family dynamics, principles of adult learning, and advocacy/intervention concepts; crisis management and referral process; infant/toddler development stages and nurturing concepts; prenatal health and development; and community resources and referral processes.
- Skills in using PC computers, Microsoft Word and Excel, and must type at least 30 words per minute.
- Completion and submission of required personnel forms prior to employment.
Physical Requirements:
- Regular handling of items weighing between 10 to 15 pounds, with occasional handling of up to 25 pounds.
- Frequent engaging in bending, reaching, and twisting while performing home visits and socialization sessions.
- Navigation of varying flights of stairs.
- Involvement in kneeling, crawling, and stooping during home visits and socialization.
- Performing tasks that involve writing, typing, and handling small objects (e.g., arts and crafts materials for children).
- Sitting for extended periods, which may exceed one hour, including sitting on the floor for child development activities during home visits and socialization sessions.
- Must have available transportation to travel to work sites and home visits.
- Ability to communicate with parents enrolled in the program.
Preferred:
- Bi-lingual in English and Spanish
- 1-2 Years of experience working with infants/toddlers and their families
- B.A./A.A. Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education, or related field.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in home visitor jobs.
- High school diploma or associate degree in social work, public health, or a related field
- One to two years of experience working with families or in community health settings
- Valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle for regular home visits
- Proficiency with case management or home visiting data documentation systems
- Knowledge of community resources and ability to connect families with local services
- Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish preferred for roles serving diverse populations
Tips for Your Home Visitor Job Search
Tailor your resume to home visiting models
Many employers hire specifically for Nurse-Family Partnership, Parents as Teachers, or Healthy Families America models. Name the model on your resume if you've worked with it, and align your language with that program's outcomes and competencies.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists home visitor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight your caseload management experience
Job postings frequently ask how many families you managed at once and how you documented visits. Quantify your caseload size and name the documentation or case management system you used, such as a home visiting data platform or EHR.
Get your CHW certification before applying
Several states now require or strongly prefer a certified community health worker credential for home visitor roles in public health settings. Check whether your state has a formal CHW certification board and complete it before you submit applications.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Interviewers for home visitor positions almost always present a family scenario, like a caregiver who refuses services or misses visits repeatedly, and ask how you'd respond. Practice structured answers that show your motivational interviewing technique and boundary-setting skills.
Negotiate your mileage reimbursement rate upfront
Home visitor roles involve significant personal vehicle use, and reimbursement policies vary widely by employer. During the offer stage, ask for the exact reimbursement rate per mile and confirm whether it covers tolls, so you can accurately assess the total compensation package.
Home Visitor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most home visitors?
Southeastern Louisiana Area Health Education Center, Partnership for Maternal & Child Health of Northern New Jersey, and Magellan Health are hiring the most home visitors right now, with openings concentrated in New Jersey, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Nonprofit family service organizations and county public health departments consistently make up the largest share of open roles.
How many home visitor jobs are remote?
About 38% of home visitor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most positions require in-person family visits by definition. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are program coordination, supervisory roles, and telehealth-integrated home visiting positions.
How do you become a home visitor?
Start by earning at least a high school diploma, though an associate or bachelor's degree in social work, public health, or early childhood education strengthens your candidacy considerably. Gain direct experience working with families through community health, childcare, or social services roles. Pursue a certified community health worker credential if your state offers one, and familiarize yourself with structured home visiting program models like Parents as Teachers or Healthy Families America before applying.
Can you get hired as a home visitor with no experience?
Yes, some entry-level home visitor positions are open to candidates without direct professional experience, particularly in programs that provide full model-specific training after hire. Volunteering with family resource centers, parenting programs, or community health outreach strengthens an application significantly. Emphasize any lived experience relevant to the population served, such as parenting experience for maternal and child health programs, since many employers value that context alongside formal credentials.
What does the home visitor interview process look like?
Most home visitor interviews include a phone screen with HR followed by a structured interview with a program supervisor, often using competency-based questions about family engagement, boundary-setting, and documentation. Many employers add a scenario exercise where you walk through how you'd handle a reluctant or high-need family. Some positions require a background check, driving record review, and reference checks before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to home visitor jobs?
You can find and apply to home visitor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your experience, location, and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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