Parent Education Coordinator- Spanish Bilingual

Mid-Columbia Center for Living • The Dalles, OR

105d • $28 - $34

About The Position

The Parent Education Coordinator - Bilingual will support the Standard Outpatient program, Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), and parenting classes within the Children and Family Services (CFS) department. This is a shared position with Four Rivers Early Learning and Parenting Hub. This role is responsible for providing support to the implementation of the Oregon Parenting Education Collaboration Grant work plan under the direction of the Early Learning and Parenting Hub Director. The role works closely with the MCCFL Parenting Education and Children and Family services team, as well as the advisory board. The Parent Education Coordinator – Bilingual must have strong communication and community collaboration skills, with specific emphasis on establishing partnerships with organizations who support parents in the designated service area. This role will provide all services using both the English and Spanish language as needed.

Requirements

• Any combination of education, licensure, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the position’s essential responsibilities is qualifying.
• Certified as a Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA) by the Mental Health and Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) or register as QMHA-R within 14 days of hire.
• Three (03) years of experience working with families and children with severe emotional disturbances and/or early childhood education is required.
• Experience facilitating groups for adult learners is required.
• Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate weekday evening events until 7:00pm, as well as occasional weekend events.
• Bilingual fluency in Spanish/English is required.
• Must pass all criminal history check requirements as required by ORS 181.536-181.537 and in accordance with OAR 407-007-0200 to 407-007-0370.
• Must possess a valid Oregon or Washington Driver’s license, maintain an acceptable driving record, and be insurable for client service purposes or possess an alternate means of reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Use both English and Spanish as needed to perform all essential responsibilities.
• Assess the comprehensive needs of children and families including their current and potential strengths.
• Assess the comprehensive needs of the community through asset mapping and needs assessments to gather a full picture of what is happening in the region, and serve to identify needs that are not being met.
• Coordinate among community partners to organize parenting series, workshops, and family engagement events as outlined in the Four Rivers Parenting Education Work Plan.
• Support MCCFL and Hub with scheduling parent education series and workshops in ways that are coordinated with other events in the community to avoid duplication and maximize resources.
• Actively recruit families through various strategies including the creation and distribution of promotional materials, such as flyers and brochures, to support parent participation.
• Work closely with Hub Communications designee to utilize social media and web-based tools to recruit and inform parents of educational opportunities.
• Competently track parent education data, share parent education information with appropriate community partners, and submit regular reports to funders and supervisors by requested timelines.
• Collaborate with MCCFL and Hub staff to provide coordination of and support for Regional Early Childhood Committee and Parent Education advisory meetings.
• Work with MCCFL and Hub team to evaluate the responsiveness and effectiveness of the parent education series and workshops by ongoing data collection and analysis.
• Provide assistance with securing needed resources such as financial assistance, transportation, educational services, and treatment services as appropriate.
• Facilitate parenting skills training in both class and individual settings, using approved parenting skills techniques and strategies.
• Serve as a central referral point for families and communities seeking parent support.
• Monitor and assess the quality of programming using guidance provided by the Hub and Oregon Parent Education Collaborative.
• Provide progress or attendance information to the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), as needed.
• Serve as an advocate for the child and family as appropriate.
• Utilize agency clinical software system to prepare current client records of treatment and reports as necessary and required.
• Complete all necessary documentation related to parent support, including submission of feedback forms and surveys from attendees.
• Perform data tracking and reporting.
• Maintain current knowledge of administrative rules and statutes that govern the work.
• Support the goals of continuity and coordination of care across multiple services and systems over time.
• Must travel between work sites/locations within the five designated counties using own reliable transportation.
• Attend trainings and other professional development used to increase skill set.
• Regular and reliable attendance; professional communication with all contacts; maintain confidentiality.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• 95% employer-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees only.
• Low deductible plans for family coverage through PEBB.
• PERS Retirement Contribution.
• 11 Holidays including 1 floating holiday.
• 10 vacation days a year for non exempt employees.
• 12 sick days a year.
• Education reimbursement and loan forgiveness- HRSA!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees