Community Resource Specialist

Family Resource Center Association•Hempfield Township, PA

2d•$21 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Family Resource Center is looking for a full-time Community Resource Specialist to join our team in our Resource & Referral Department. This role is responsible for providing information and services to childcare providers, assisting with screenings and referrals for families, conducting outreach, and participating in community events. The specialist will also conduct trainings and workshops, advocate for child development services, and provide support to parents throughout San Joaquin County.

Requirements

Ability to work as a member of a team.
Ability to listen and communicate both written and orally in English.
Knowledge of community programs and resources available in San Joaquin County.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects.
Able to analyze statistical information and apply results to assigned area.
Good public speaking abilities.
Valid driver’s license, automobile, and proof of insurance.
Attendance is an essential function of this job.
Must pass pre-employment drug test.

Nice To Haves

Other languages desirable.
AA degree in child development, liberal studies, human development or social services preferred.
Two years community work experience.
Preferred to be able to speak, read, and write in Spanish.

Responsibilities

Providing information and services to childcare providers including activity kits, totes, library materials, die cuts, brochures, and workshop schedules.
Understanding the needs of childcare providers to determine resources they may need and researching and assessing services for them.
Assisting, interpreting, and presenting childcare needs to the community.
Interpreting and understanding DSS licensing regulations.
Providing comprehensive screenings and referrals to families served in First 5 San Joaquin (F5SJ) funded programs including Help Me Grow and 2-1-1.
Conducting targeted outreach and utilizing culturally and linguistically appropriate program strategies to promote proportionate representation of ethnic groups for the CalWORKs population.
Working effectively with schools, appropriate public and private agencies, family service agencies, and neighborhoods to enhance childcare.
Assisting with recruitment, training, and retention of childcare providers as assigned; providing technical assistance to individuals interested in becoming licensed.
Participating in professional childcare organizations.
Participating in community outreach events to promote FRC services.
Conducting trainings, workshops, and orientations for the agency and in the assigned area.
Advocating and promoting child development and related early learning services or activities.
Providing information and support services to parents throughout San Joaquin County.
Routinely maintaining kiosks in assigned area with information and materials appropriate to the area or needs.