Early Learning Program Coordinator 3

The Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization•Portland, OR

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO) is a non-profit organization established in 1976 to serve immigrants, refugees, and the broader community in Portland, Oregon. Our mission is to welcome, serve and empower refugees, immigrants and people across cultures and generations to reach their full potential. The CEW (Community Education Worker) Program project is managed by ORCHWA (Oregon Community Health Workers Association) and is funded by Division of Early Learning & Care and Early Learning Multnomah. Our goal in CEW Early Learning is to support refugee families with children aged 0-6 years in kindergarten readiness/activities, developmental screening, referrals/navigation support to community resources, and parenting education workshops. Program Coordinator demands a strong and varied skillset, the core components of which are detailed project management, effective and supportive supervision, and savvy partner and stakeholder stewardship. Our ideal candidate will have great relational people skills, will be able to maintain composure under stress, will be approachable and collaborative with staff, and will effectively represent IRCO and the specific needs of its immigrant and refugee client base. The primary responsibility is to manage the program, staff members, and sometimes 1 to 2 casual/hourly employees. Working in a highly diverse environment, the Program Coordinator is responsible for the implementation, reporting, budget monitoring ($450,000+) and evaluation of the program and its staff with the support of the assistant manager.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree preferred and major coursework in Early Childhood and/or Social Work.
Minimum 1-year professional leadership and early childhood experience working with multibackground staff in a team environment
Strong knowledge of best practices and approaches in Early Childhood programming
Demonstrated leadership experience, including experience delegating and sharing responsibilities in a collaborative environment
Must have knowledge of best practices in children services, early childhood developmental domains, and working with excluded populations and communities of color
Experience working with immigrant and refugee populations, and communities of color required
A solid understanding of supervising staff with humility, as well as providing support to staff in stressful work environments
Experience supporting multi-background communities, families, and staff
Experience in home visiting with a strong background in early childhood
Strong knowledge of best practices and approaches in Early Childhood.
A solid understanding of motivating staff with a reflective approach, as well as providing support to staff in stressful work environments
Must possess a valid driver’s license and verification of current auto-insurance and have full use of an automobile during work hours.
Pass Oregon Department of Human Services Criminal Background check.
Obtain Community Health Workers Certification within 6 months of hire
Fluent in English both written and spoken

Nice To Haves

Experience with reflective practice preferred
Experience with Apricot 360 platform for tracking program data/outcomes

Responsibilities

Oversee daily program operation functions. Ensure service delivery and provide direct program oversight.
Conduct periodic reviews evaluating program efficacy and adjust implementation as necessary within funder and IRCO program guidelines and in consultation with the assistant manager.
Maintain, review, and safeguard all program records including confidential information, in compliance with federal regulations and state consumer identification acts.
Travel to and provide support at community events, training, partner agency activities, and other work-related locations; shop for program supplies and materials, and transport program-related materials, documents, supplies, and equipment as necessary to fulfill program responsibilities.
Coordinate and support program activities and services for families with children ages 0–6, including providing on-site support at program activities and events, coordinating with program staff and community partners, and maintaining a safe and professional environment for children and families.
Evaluate program efficacy and adjust implementation as necessary within funder and IRCO program guidelines, and in consultation with assistant manager.
Use tools and templates to complete workplans/work-production schedules, ensuring implementation of processes and annual plans in accordance with IRCO and funder policies.
Create and draft plans and documents for review by the assistant manager, contribute to the design of new processes, and conduct research into the best practices and lessons learned to inform program planning.
Ensure all policies, contracts, and grant obligations are met and administered appropriately for the assigned program.
Provide ongoing reflective supervision, training, development and support to direct program staff and monitor performance.

Benefits

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