FIND Coach Supervisor

Akin (formerly Childhaven)•Seattle, WA

7d•$32 - $39•Hybrid

About The Position

The FIND Coach Supervisor provides supervision, training, consultation, and technical support to support the implementation of Filming Interactions to Nurture Development (FIND) [https://developingchild.harvard.edu/key-concepts/] (more information about the science of FIND in this link). FIND is an evidence-based and strengths-centered coaching program that uses video to encourage caregivers’ developmentally supportive interactions with the children in their care. This FIND team supports Early Learning Coaches across the state in becoming certified in FIND and delivering the program to childcare providers in English and Spanish.

Requirements

Experience working directly with children and families of diverse populations
Knowledge of early childhood development and family development, and adult learning principles
Ability to learn new technologies
Proficient in MS Office
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Must have the ability to attend to a high level of detail and execute with accuracy
Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision and meet deadlines
Recognizes that culture and diversity factors play a significant role in caregiving and is respectful of different cultural perspectives
Possess strong human relations skills to communicate effectively with diverse staff, volunteers, and the community
BA/BS degree in, Early Childhood Education, Social Work, or a related field
At least 3 years’ experience providing staff supervision/training to direct staff in Early Childhood, Social Work, or related field
Experience working with children and families; including families experiencing poverty and/or inequities
Bilingual in Spanish and English
Access to a reliable, insured vehicle for work-related travel
Proof of physical exam within past 12 months (updated every three years)
One-step Mantoux TB skin test prior to start of employment, unless has written proof of a negative test within past 12 months. For those who have previously tested positive, documented proof of treatment from a doctor or a negative chest x-ray must be provided
Proof of MMR vaccine or positive MMR titer
A valid driver's license and a favorable driving record, with no more than three violations within the past three years

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with the use of a video camera, tablet, and video editing software
Experience supporting father engagement
Additional language fluencies: Amharic, Arabic, Dari, Hindi, Oromo, Pashto, Somali, Tigrinya, or Urdu is highly preferred

Responsibilities

Provides leadership, direction, and supervision to FIND Coaches
Supervises staff including participation in interviewing, hiring, orientating, training, appraising, coaching, and supporting.
Conducts regular supervision meetings with FIND Coaches
Provides regular performance feedback for staff
Assesses learning needs and coordinates ongoing professional development for FIND Coaches
Oversees day-to-day programmatic requirements and ensures that FIND Coaches maintain appropriate safety procedures while performing office duties and home visits
Ensures that all records and data are appropriately maintained and reported to ensure compliance with regulations
Makes recommendations to the FIND Program Manager for purchase of equipment and supplies
Provides training and consultation to FIND Coaches to support coach certification
Reviews recorded coaching sessions to assess coaches' fidelity to the FIND program
Provides strengths-based written and verbal feedback to build coaches' skills
Responds in a timely manner to FIND Coaches’ questions and maintains accurate case tracking
Provides technical assistance to support FIND Coaches’ use of iPads to demonstrate films
Develops and adapts FIND program materials with the FIND team
Participates in regular FIND team meetings and maintains positive communication with team
Achieves and maintains FIND Trainer Certification
Maintains confidentiality of confidential identifiable information (CII), including films, of children and caregivers in accordance with IRB and agency standards
Provide FIND coaching in homes and childcare centers
May assist in training new FIND Akin team members
Advocates for the values of a diverse population within Akin and the Community
Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor