Family Coach

MAHUBE-OTWA, Community Action Partnership, Inc•Detroit Lakes, MN

21d•$25 - $26

About The Position

MAHUBE-OTWA is actively recruiting a Family Coach to support Becker Counties' clients. We are seeking passionate individuals to help us strengthen our communities by supporting, empowering, and advocating for others. Partner with program staff and community resources to provide a continuum of services to children and families living in poverty from culturally diverse backgrounds offering them the opportunity to reach self-sufficiency. Identify strengths and barriers as well as individual needs, formulate a plan of action, and provide assistance in accessing and coordinating services to meet each family’s needs. Pay: $24.97 - $26.48 Schedule: Full Time, 40 hours/week, Monday – Friday, Year-round position with reduced hours (32) in the summer and 1 week layoff in Dec Remote Work: Travel within service area required. Location(s): Detroit Lakes, MN Program(s): Head Start Benefits: Health & Dental Insurance, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Retirement Plan, Holiday Pay, PTO and more… Why join the MAHUBE-OTWA family? Be part of our team of passionate, purpose-driven colleagues who believe in our Agency values - Client Focused, Community Minded and Resourceful. Help us achieve our Mission to empower people to achieve self-sufficiency. Make a lasting impact in the fight against poverty and homelessness. Make a difference in the lives of others. Help us deliver tangible results that empower people and strengthen our communities.

Requirements

Four (4) year degree (BA or BS) in Human Services or related field required, or a combination of education and experience.
At least one year working directly with families and children in human services strongly preferred.
Must have knowledge of family systems (including children, youth, parents, seniors, and chosen family), the impact of historical and contemporary inequities, cultural difference, and trauma-informed practices.
Must be familiar with community resources to support a wide range of goals; sobriety, education, employment, health and wellness, and financial literacy.
Exceptional professionalism required with staff, clients and all stakeholders.
Must be able to develop and maintain relationships which encourage families to talk comfortably about their setbacks, accomplishments, and goals. Must be able to use a person-centered approach to assess individual and family strengths, develop plans, and coordinate needed services as well as recognize that individuals and families have the potential to grow and change.
Must understand the impact of adverse childhood experiences, child development, and appropriate interventions.
Must be able to engage in problem resolution, assess need/problem objectively, and manages crisis situations.
Ability to be resourceful, flexible, adaptable, and demonstrate commitment.
Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Must be able and willing to make home visits.
Must be able to honor private/confidential information.
Must have valid drivers’ license and must pass Background Study

Nice To Haves

At least one year working directly with families and children in human services strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Identify strengths and barriers as well as individual needs
Formulate a plan of action
Provide assistance in accessing and coordinating services to meet each family’s needs