Family Resource Center Coordinator

Bauer Family Resources•Lafayette, IN

14h•Hybrid

About The Position

Our work is important and vital to children and families in the community, and we are seeking caring individuals to join our Bauer family to help us continue "to empower children and their families to thrive"! At Bauer, we empower children and their families to thrive. Bauer Family Resources mission is at the heart of every program and service offered to our community. It is our belief that every child and family has a desire for a life that is filled with success, strong family and community connections and hope for tomorrow. Bauer's work is measured against this mission statement to ensure we are true to it. We are building a culture of belonging - where every person is supported to bring their most authentic self to work and enable them to do the best work of their life. We are a culture grounded by collaboration, personal growth and well-being. We care about each other, ourselves, our communities and the environment which we live in. We respect all with humility and patience. Bauer Family Resources does not discriminate on basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in a group or class protected by local, state and federal government laws. At Bauer we encourage diversity and promote equality. The Family Resource Center Coordinator is responsible for implementing and operating the Family Resource Center in their community. The Family Resource Center Coordinator will lead the collaborative approach to primary prevention in their area, coordinate primary prevention efforts, and work to lead the community to work together. This position will have or has the potential to have direct contact, on a regular and continuing basis, with children who are under the direct supervision of the agency.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, sociology, or a directly related human service field from an accredited college
3 years of experience working with children and families.
Strong connection with the community and ability to maintain positive relationships
Ability to resolve conflict and difficult situations peacefully
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Attention to detail
Organization and time management
Must have a valid Indiana driver's license and the ability to meet the minimum requirements of the insurance carrier at all times.
Must be able to successfully pass routine background checks.

Responsibilities

Implement services offered at Grace's house that meet the needs of the community
Motivate and collaborate with various community entities to identify and develop professional relationships and partnerships for both Community Partners and the Family Resource Center.
Identify, contact, and maintain knowledge of formal and informal resources in the community that provide family support and recreational activities.
Effectively and professionally represent the agency when promoting Community Partners and the Family Resource Center at events, meetings, and other outreach activities.
Effectively coordinate, plan, and attend events for the community with an emphasis on preventing child abuse and neglect. This could include events held on evenings and weekends.
Effectively and professionally share success stories, engage families to make referrals, and speak with community members in order to maintain or increase the number of clients being served or assist with the creation of the Family Resource Centers.
Effectively monitor program brochures and promotional materials for ongoing accuracy and availability.
Effectively communicate with families that arrive at the Family Resource Center for service and assistance.
Collaborate with community members to effectively assist families.
Responsible for, connecting families to resources, and providing informal support.
Responsible for knowing community resources and connecting families to these resources.
Manage Bauer's social media account to promote Bauer services, including the Family Resource Center.
Ensure the safety and cleanliness of Grace's House
Assist with special projects or other tasks as required