Fatherhood Program Specialist

The Centers•Cleveland, OH

130d•$19 - $19

About The Position

The FAFT Program Specialist plans, coordinates, develops, and implements life skills workshops, financial literacy programs, and workforce development initiatives within the FAFT program. The position represents The Centers' Fatherhood Program in the community and with other organizations, helping ensure the program meets its contracted objectives. The specialist provides expertise on fatherhood issues and consultation to other programs within The Centers as needed, while maintaining relationships with participants throughout their involvement in various programs. The role also coordinates, develops, and delivers content for The Centers' El Barrio workforce program. The Centers provides health, family, and workforce services at 11 locations throughout Greater Cleveland. Its Workforce Center connects underserved job seekers with local employers through culturally competent job-readiness training, case management, third-party certifications, job placement, and retention support.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, with demonstrated experience working with fathers and their children.
One year of experience in community-based client services.
Valid Ohio driver's license and proof of valid insurance.
Computer literacy, including Microsoft software, the internet, and databases.
Ability to work in a variety of locations and flexible hours.

Nice To Haves

Certification in fatherhood curricula.
Personal vehicle preferred.
One year of experience working with parents in stressful family situations.
Bilingual Spanish/English.

Responsibilities

Provide direct services to individuals, groups, and families facing challenges and barriers to healthy family formation.
Establish positive working relationships with clients and gather information from clients and supplementary sources to develop individualized plans promoting family stability, with appropriate follow-up.
Refer clients to clinical services when necessary.
Research and create relevant materials for educational activities with El Barrio and other agencies, including recruiting, training, screening, assessing, and planning.
Deliver presentations on fatherhood topics tailored to general and target audiences.
Facilitate classes at various locations throughout Cuyahoga County.
Coordinate, plan, and engage with fathers in community events at The Centers and across Cuyahoga County.
Ensure participants meet eligibility standards and properly document their information.
Assist in establishing community support networks for families.
Participate in recruitment, marketing, and participant intake with internal and external community stakeholders.
Ensure program materials are current, accurate, and ready for dissemination.
Complete program administrative tasks, including records, forms, and reports, in a timely manner.
Assist in writing program reports.
Represent the agency by attending required Fathers/Parenting meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.