Parent Educator/Parent Child Development Coordinator at The Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization

Maywood Park, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 May, 26

Salary

48600.0

Posted On

06 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Parent Education, Home Visits, Community Resources, Developmental Screening, Parenting Skills Training, Cultural Awareness, Record Keeping, Referral Services, Translation Services, Supervision, Outreach Activities, Team Collaboration, Child Development, Advocacy, Communication, Trust Building

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description POSITION: Parent Educator/Parent Child Development Coordinator JOB CLASS/GRADE: Specialist 1/Grade 8 WAGE: Starting at $48,600 per year [ML1] [DH2] [ML3] FLSA; EEO; WC: Non-Exempt; Professional; 8864 LOCATIONS: IRCO Main Office, 10301 NE Glisan St Portland OR 97220, Hybrid schedule FTE; FT/PT; STATUS: 1.0 FTE; Full-Time with Benefits; Regular NUMBER OF POSITIONS: (1) APPLY AT: www.irco.org STATUS: Full-Time with Benefits PROGRAM(S): African Immigrant Parent Child Development Service SECTOR/DIVISION: Home Visiting REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid driver’s license and verification of current auto-insurance and have full use of an automobile during work hours. This job announcement is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job. This is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Program Summary Parent Child Development Services (PCDS) is a project funded by Multnomah County. Our goal is to support families with children for 0-5 years with kindergarten readiness activities, developmental screening, referrals/navigation supports to community resources, parenting education and parent/child educational groups. Position Summary This position provides parent education and supervision to one program Parent Educator. The parent educator role will primarily contact families to explain the Parent Child Development Services (PCDS) program, the goals, and services. Coordinate services and activities to meet the special needs of African Immigrant families through personal home visits, parent group meetings, developmental screenings, and referral services to health and dental care and other support services. Develop community-aware approach parenting education activities. Provide role modeling to parents. Work in a multi-background environment to provide services that meet PCDS and IRCO’s mission and values. Essential Functions Parent Educator: (.90 FTE) in person and virtual Contact families from the referrals received from the program supervisor/Home Visiting (HV) Program Assistant Manager regarding the goals and services offered by the Parent Child Development Services (PCDS) program Provide home visits, one-on-one parenting skills training, small parent/child groups and staffing for parent/child interaction groups Provide referrals to community services such as health and dental clinics, Early Intervention, Women Infants & Children nutrition services, Low Income Energy Assistance Program, childcare and other services as needed Provide interpretation as needed for parents to help better access to service providers such as hospitals, clinics, and social service programs Provide role modeling to parents on how to make appointments, to advocate for the needs of themselves and their children, and to become self-sufficient in accessing services Translate training materials and brochures/flyers as necessary Maintain accurate and confidential records on each client Provide follow-up counseling, referral, and support as needed for clients and their families Coordinate activities and services with IRCO staff Provide monthly service reports to supervisor Complete all required training courses according to Multnomah County, Department of Community Human Services Schools Uniting Neighborhoods (SUN) Service System policy and procedures Report any suspected child abuse or neglect to supervisor and make a report to child welfare Participate in staff meetings, training, committees, and volunteer activities to support IRCO’s goals and objectives Have full use of an automobile for traveling to home visits, parent/child group meetings, training and community meetings Program Coordinator: (.10 FTE) Manage daily program functions. Ensure service delivery and/or provide direct program services; maintain all program records. Evaluate program or section efficacy and adjust as necessary within funder and program guidelines. Review client files to ensure completeness. Supervise one FTE parent educator; monitor and provide Assistant Manager with feedback for parent educators’ performance. Train and orient new parent educators; encourage and ensure optimal communication through regular meetings. Ensure consistent interpretation of organizational policies. Consult with Home Visiting Assistant Manager, Early Learning Director and Human Resources regarding staffing needs, disciplinary issues, work plans, etc. Perform translation and interpretation services; assessment and referral; training; supportive reflective supervision; and other services needed to fulfill program goals and objectives. Monitor and track mileage and supply expenses as directed by Assistant Manager. Ensure that all fiscal records and reports pertaining to the program are completed within the required time frames. Conduct outreach activities to promote programs and organization objectives within the community. Establish and maintain cooperative external relationships with funders, volunteer agencies, the community, and the public. Participate in committees and groups as required to fulfill program goals and deliverables. Requirements Education & Experience MINIMUM JOB SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or GED Minimum 1 year of work experience PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain knowledge and abilities would be through the following: High school diploma or GED minimum requirement and 2 years of experience in the early childhood field or a combination of early childhood experience and coursework in early childhood equivalent to the 2 years of experience Knowledge of parenting education and assessment, infant and child development, nutrition, preventive health care, and home visit techniques Experience in working with or providing services to children and families Experience and willingness to work with African Immigrant population(s) that are present in Multnomah County Ability to establish trusting relationships Physical, Mental, & Environmental Requirements Hybrid – Must work on site at Africa House minimum once per week This position requires some physical effort or manual labor, such as lifting, carrying, or constant movement. There is regular variation in tasks, and the job holder must decide which tasks to complete as well as the order in which tasks are completed. This level is usually well protected, free from hazards or obstacles. There is little element of personal risk or hazard that job conditions are usually comfortable, with only occasional issues with temperature change. Stable work schedule with no fluctuations Supervisory Responsibilities Positions at this level are normally responsible for some supervisory responsibilities, including providing daily work direction, making recommendations to supervisors and HR regarding hiring, disciplining, terminating employees, or pay adjustments. What We Offer IRCO is a very employee-friendly workplace and offers great benefit packages to our staff: Many flexible working arrangements and schedule Amazing opportunity to work with people who come from all over the world Work that helps your community 3 to 6 weeks of PTO per year 401k match of over 100% on first 5%, immediate vesting 3% match for student loans or college savings 12 Paid Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday Medical & Dental insurance options with 90% coverage for employee AND Families, no deductibles Employer Paid Life, Short term, and Long-term Disability Insurance Flexible spending accounts Required Engagement Engage fully in recommended professional development, as well as other assigned or required training activities. This engagement can also include participation in optional activities that embrace IRCO’s mission, vision, and values-based initiatives. How To Apply Complete the IRCO application in our Careers Portal: IRCO Application for Employment. Upload your resume and cover letter addressing your qualifications for this position IRCO Careers. For questions about this position, please email jobs@irco.org Please note that physical applications are accessible from IRCO’s main office, 10301 NE Glisan, Portland, OR 97220. Due to the high volume of applications received, we will not be able to contact applicants or return calls regarding applications. Complete applications should include a cover letter, resume, and IRCO application. IRCO is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any characteristics protected by State and Federal law. We will make reasonable accommodations to meet our obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws.

Responsibilities

The Parent Educator/Parent Child Development Coordinator provides education and support to families with children aged 0-5, coordinating services and activities tailored to the needs of African Immigrant families. Responsibilities include home visits, parenting skills training, and referrals to community resources.