Family Perseverance Specialist (External -Deadline 9/25/26)

TANF Employees•Thermal, CA

8d•$0 - $25

About The Position

Under the direction of the Family Perseverance Manager (“Manager”), will primarily focus on Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, “TANF” adult clients by creating a trusting environment that promotes a tradition of two-parent families by providing drug and alcohol free alternative recreational activities.

Requirements

Native adult challenges, trends, and current issues
Project management and presentation skills
Record-keeping techniques
Telephone etiquette
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary
Conflict resolution practices
Develop and facilitate classes, events, activities, and workshops
Apply cultural sensitivity to Native American programs
Understand the needs of Native Families as a unit and separately based on TANF standards
Maintain confidentiality
Apply effective time management and meet critical timelines
Follow directions and instructions effectively
Interpret, apply, and adhere to related laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures
Apply interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy
Gather facts, analyze information, and draw sound conclusions
Solve conflicts strategically
Prepare clear, concise, and accurate records and reports
Coordinate staff and other departments based on projects, as needed
Operate a variety of office equipment, including a computer and software
Associates in Arts Degree required in Sociology, Liberal Arts, Psychology, Human Services or related field and one (1) year of related work experience in social services programs, developing and building relationships with families and at least one (1) year of experience planning events or community activities for a variety of groups OR College credits of at least 30 credits in Sociology, Liberal Arts, Psychology, Human Services and two (2) years of related work experience and one (1) year of related experience in social services programs, developing and building relationships with families and at least one (1) year of experience planning events or community activities for a variety of groups OR High School Diploma or equivalency certificate required and four (4) years of related experience and one (1) year of related work experience in social services programs, developing and building relationships with families and at least one (1) year of experience planning events or community activities for a variety of groups
Prior to hiring and continuously throughout employment, must possess a valid California Class C Driver’s License and maintain insurability under the Tribe’s vehicle insurance policy.
Requires GSA defensive driving training every two (2) years
Requires regular contact with or control over Indian children and is therefore subject to the background investigative process to comply with P.L. 101-630
Requires throughout employment maintaining a Mandated Reporting Certificate of Training
Requires throughout employment maintaining a CPR/AED/First Aid Card or Certification
Valid Food Handler’s Card issued by an authorized agency

Responsibilities

Conduct, coordinate, and execute a variety of adult and family educational events to encourage healthy living choices and life-long skills
Interview and meet with clients to discuss personal concerns, opportunities, and options to assist with TANF goals and objectives
Provide pre-martial counseling to prospective couples, process and evaluate marriage incentive applications
Develop, prepare, and present adult programs that include healthy familial habits, family bonding, parenting classes, and other related topics
Direct the preparation and maintenance of a variety of narrative and statistical reports, records and files related to assigned activities
Attend and conduct a variety of meetings as assigned
Attend mandatory trainings
Attend meetings as required by position
Travel as required to perform duties
Perform related duties as assigned