Fatherhood Specialist

CHILD DEVELOPMENT RESOURCES • Williamsburg, VA

7d • $50,000 - $50,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Child Development Resources (CDR), a mission-driven nonprofit, is seeking a Fatherhood Specialist for its Fatherhood First program. The program promotes responsible fatherhood, positive parenting, healthy relationships, effective co-parenting, and economic stability. Through education, mentoring, case management, and community engagement, the Specialist helps fathers and father figures develop practical skills, overcome challenges, and become more confident and involved in their children's lives.

Reporting to the Fatherhood Project Director, the Specialist provides educational workshops, individualized mentoring, case management, and community outreach throughout the Hampton Roads region. The role includes facilitating workshops using the 24/7 Dad™ curriculum, supporting participants in setting goals and strengthening family relationships, connecting them with community resources, maintaining confidential records, and collaborating with program staff and community partners. The position is based at CDR's Williamsburg campus and requires frequent regional travel, as well as flexibility for occasional evening workshops and participant communication.

This is a full-time position with an annual salary of $50,000. CDR offers comprehensive benefits, paid leave, retirement contributions, and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience presenting, teaching, or facilitating workshops, classes, or group discussions.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds and life experiences.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability and willingness to travel frequently throughout the Hampton Roads region for workshops, outreach, and case management services.
• Valid driver's license and a current driving record meeting CDR's insurance requirements.
• Flexibility to accommodate occasional evening workshops and communication with program participants.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in fatherhood programs, family support services, parenting education, mentoring, case management, or community outreach.
• Experience working with fathers, families, or individuals facing economic or social challenges.
• Familiarity with community resources and support services throughout Hampton Roads.
• Experience facilitating parenting education or other evidence-based educational programs.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and facilitate educational workshops using the 24/7 Dad™ curriculum.
• Create welcoming, supportive, and interactive learning environments that encourage participation and personal growth.
• Help fathers strengthen parenting skills, understand child development, and develop positive relationships with their children.
• Facilitate discussions about responsible fatherhood, healthy relationships, communication, co-parenting, and family stability.
• Encourage participants to apply newly developed skills and strategies in their everyday lives.
• Provide individualized guidance, encouragement, and case management services to participating fathers.
• Build trusting, respectful relationships and help fathers identify their strengths, needs, challenges, and personal goals.
• Support fathers in developing strategies to strengthen family relationships, improve economic stability, and achieve self-sufficiency.
• Connect participants with community resources, including employment assistance, financial counseling, housing support, childcare, and family services.
• Monitor participant progress and maintain accurate, confidential case management records.
• Follow organizational and program requirements related to confidentiality, participant safety, domestic violence screening, and reporting suspected abuse or neglect.
• Build positive relationships with community organizations, service providers, and referral partners.
• Participate in outreach and recruitment to connect fathers and father figures with program services.
• Collaborate with community partners to identify resources and opportunities for participating families.
• Represent Fatherhood First and CDR professionally at community meetings, events, and outreach activities.
• Help increase awareness of responsible fatherhood and the positive impact of involved fathers on children and families.
• Collaborate with the Fatherhood Project Director and program staff to coordinate services, establish priorities, and support program goals.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation of workshops, participant services, and program activities.
• Assist in monitoring program progress, timelines, and evaluation outcomes.
• Follow CDR policies and applicable federal grant requirements.
• Participate in team meetings, professional development opportunities, and program-related conferences and training.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid leave, including paid time off, holidays, and paid Spring and Winter breaks.
• 6% non-contributory 401(k) contribution of compensation, subject to a three-year vesting period.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Competitive total compensation package.

What This Job Offers

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