Filming Interactions to Nurture Development (FIND) Coach

Akin (formerly Childhaven)•Kent, WA

3d•$29 - $34•Hybrid

About The Position

The FIND Coach delivers and implements the FIND Coaching program, Filming Interactions to Nurture Development (FIND), with fathers of young children. FIND is an evidence-based, strengths-centered coaching program that uses video to support caregivers’ developmentally supportive interactions with their children. This is a 20-hour-per-week position with a flexible schedule. Availability during typical business hours, as well as some evening and weekends is required to meet program needs. This is a community-based position that requires daily travel throughout King County, primarily based in south King County. This program is funded until December 31, 2029.

Requirements

Knowledge and experience in child development, early childhood education, and/or social services.
Ability to establish positive, strengths-based relationships with fathers and engage in a collaborative coaching relationship, applying family support principles.
Ability to demonstrate respect for diverse parenting beliefs, experiences, cultures, and approaches to fatherhood.
Competence in planning, organizing, scheduling, record keeping, and oral and written communications.
Knowledge of effective communication techniques, conflict resolution skills, and adult learning practices.
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and on own with minimal supervision.
Proficient in MS Office, data entry, and ability to adapt to new technology.
BA/BS degree in Early Childhood Education, Social Work, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Bilingual and biliterate in Spanish and English.
Experience providing direct services to children and families, including families experiencing poverty and/or inequities.
Ability to provide services in the home, remotely, and in community environments.
Resides in King County, Washington, or is willing and able to commute daily throughout the service area as needed.
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 and tablet.
Experience supporting father engagement.

Responsibilities

Maintains an assigned caseload of fathers and provides weekly FIND Coaching, in-person in fathers’ homes, while maintaining a flexible schedule that accommodates fathers’ availability and meets FIND Program fidelity requirements.
Conducts filming sessions with fathers in their homes or other approved community-based locations, or virtually when appropriate, to obtain naturalistic footage of father-child interactions.
Conducts coaching sessions with fathers. Shares information about developmentally supportive interactions and uses the FIND edited film to provide strengths-based feedback consistent with the FIND model.
Provides technical support to fathers participating in virtual FIND sessions.
Develops and maintains positive, strengths-based relationships with fathers, built on equity, inclusiveness, and cultural and linguistic responsiveness.
Coordinates weekly visit schedules, completes documentation, and maintains consistent engagement throughout each FIND case.
Achieves and maintains FIND Coach Certification.
Supports recruitment and engagement of fathers interested in participating in FIND.
Participates in regular meetings, consultation and trainings as needed.
Maintains FIND Implementation records (e.g. case tracking, coaching session notes, and other relevant documentation).
Provides on-the-job training and technical support for new staff members.
Advocates for the values of a diverse population within the agency and the community.
Maintains confidentiality of confidential identifiable information (CII), including films of children and fathers, in accordance with IRB and agency standards.
Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor.