BRIGHT FUTURES FAMILY ADVOCATE

MAYERS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL DISTRICT • Burney, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the site administrator (Executive Director), this role involves performing varied tasks to accomplish the goals and objectives of the Bright Futures Project. The Mayers Memorial Hospital District reserves the right to modify, supplement, delete, or augment the duties and responsibilities specified in this position description at their sole and absolute discretion. This is a grant-funded position.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• At least one year of work or internship experience providing direct services to families and/or to children 0-5.
• Possess a valid driver license, clean DMV printout, proof of insurance and reliable vehicle.

Nice To Haves

• Preferably fluent in Spanish

Responsibilities

• Provide case management services to area families with children 0-5 years old.
• Develop and use a referral system with community agencies and local resources, identifying pregnant women and/or families with pre-kindergarten age children.
• Develop trusting relationships with families.
• Assess family’s training needs and interests.
• Provide parent education, including basic parenting skills training.
• Provide resources to families on issues relating to children 0-5 such as nutrition, breastfeeding, school readiness, brain development, developmental stages, and early literacy.
• Plan, supervise, and attend local site activities and events.
• Act as a liaison to community agencies which provide collaborative services.
• Serve as an intake screener and provide vision, hearing, and developmental screenings.
• Outreach to all families with children 0-5 within the region, offering culturally appropriate services.
• Assist families in identifying and accessing community services.
• Assist families in identifying and accessing stable medical and dental homes.
• Provide information to parents regarding transportation and childcare needs.
• Promote resident involvement in support of young families.
• Facilitate parent linkage to family-based social and educational opportunities.
• Compile activity and participation program data in a timely manner for evaluation purposes.
• Comply with requirements of the Bright Futures Work Plan.
• Perform other duties related to this position as required.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Address cultural and linguistic diversity issues.
• Organize tasks.
• Take suggestions in a positive manner.
• Learn program rules, methods, routines, and processes.
• Operate modern office equipment including proficient use of computer hardware/software.
• Prepare and maintain accurate and complete records.
• Establish and maintain harmonious relationships with staff, parents, and collaborate with outside agencies.
• Professional behavior is demonstrated, both when on duty and as a representative of MMHD outside of normal work hours.
• Ability to work with others, at all levels within the organization, and collaborate effectively.
• Above-average interpersonal, problem-solving, and written and oral communication skills.
• A positive working relationship with patients, visitors, and facility staff is demonstrated.
• Organizational ability and time management is demonstrated.
• Produces deliverable products on time, within budget with minimal direction.
• Demonstrates the ability to compile and organize data using Microsoft Office Applications.
• Ability to make appropriate recommendations or conclusions, given the data obtained.
• Maintains an organized set of records, upon request, for the functions that are performed within the scope of this job.
• Communicates appropriately and clearly to directors, managers, and coworkers.
• Performs all assigned tasks accurately, to include proper spelling and grammar, reference materials, and minimal mathematical calculation.
• Takes direction from others to include those employees of other departments with which he/she works on a temporary basis in accordance with the chain of command.
• Maintains all information as confidential as appropriate, to include payroll, personnel information, and other information obtained during the course of performing job duties that is confidential.
• Demonstrates ability to effectively use office machines in the performance of job functions.
• Answers phone calls, assists public, and forwards appropriately if necessary and in a professional and friendly manner.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED