Parent Educator/Parent Child Development Coordinator

The Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization•Maywood Park, OR

just now•Hybrid

About The Position

This position provides parent education and supervision to one program Parent Educator. The parent educator role will primarily contact families to explain the Parent Child Development Services (PCDS) program, the goals, and services. Coordinate services and activities to meet the special needs of African Immigrant families through personal home visits, parent group meetings, developmental screenings, and referral services to health and dental care and other support services. Develop community-aware approach parenting education activities. Provide role modeling to parents. Work in a multi-background environment to provide services that meet PCDS and IRCO’s mission and values.

Requirements

Must possess a valid driver’s license and verification of current auto-insurance and have full use of an automobile during work hours.
High School diploma or GED
Minimum 1 year of work experience

Nice To Haves

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain knowledge and abilities would be through the following:
High school diploma or GED minimum requirement and 2 years of experience in the early childhood field or a combination of early childhood experience and coursework in early childhood equivalent to the 2 years of experience
Knowledge of parenting education and assessment, infant and child development, nutrition, preventive health care, and home visit techniques
Experience in working with or providing services to children and families
Experience and willingness to work with African Immigrant population(s) that are present in Multnomah County
Ability to establish trusting relationships

Responsibilities

Contact families from the referrals received from the program supervisor/Home Visiting (HV) Program Assistant Manager regarding the goals and services offered by the Parent Child Development Services (PCDS) program
Provide home visits, one-on-one parenting skills training, small parent/child groups and staffing for parent/child interaction groups
Provide referrals to community services such as health and dental clinics, Early Intervention, Women Infants & Children nutrition services, Low Income Energy Assistance Program, childcare and other services as needed
Provide interpretation as needed for parents to help better access to service providers such as hospitals, clinics, and social service programs
Provide role modeling to parents on how to make appointments, to advocate for the needs of themselves and their children, and to become self-sufficient in accessing services
Translate training materials and brochures/flyers as necessary
Maintain accurate and confidential records on each client
Provide follow-up counseling, referral, and support as needed for clients and their families
Coordinate activities and services with IRCO staff
Provide monthly service reports to supervisor
Complete all required training courses according to Multnomah County, Department of Community Human Services Schools Uniting Neighborhoods (SUN) Service System policy and procedures
Report any suspected child abuse or neglect to supervisor and make a report to child welfare
Participate in staff meetings, training, committees, and volunteer activities to support IRCO’s goals and objectives
Have full use of an automobile for traveling to home visits, parent/child group meetings, training and community meetings
Manage daily program functions. Ensure service delivery and/or provide direct program services; maintain all program records. Evaluate program or section efficacy and adjust as necessary within funder and program guidelines. Review client files to ensure completeness.
Supervise one FTE parent educator; monitor and provide Assistant Manager with feedback for parent educators’ performance. Train and orient new parent educators; encourage and ensure optimal communication through regular meetings. Ensure consistent interpretation of organizational policies. Consult with Home Visiting Assistant Manager, Early Learning Director and Human Resources regarding staffing needs, disciplinary issues, work plans, etc.
Perform translation and interpretation services; assessment and referral; training; supportive reflective supervision; and other services needed to fulfill program goals and objectives.
Monitor and track mileage and supply expenses as directed by Assistant Manager.
Ensure that all fiscal records and reports pertaining to the program are completed within the required time frames.
Conduct outreach activities to promote programs and organization objectives within the community. Establish and maintain cooperative external relationships with funders, volunteer agencies, the community, and the public. Participate in committees and groups as required to fulfill program goals and deliverables.

Benefits

Many flexible working arrangements and schedule
Amazing opportunity to work with people who come from all over the world
Work that helps your community
3 to 6 weeks of PTO per year
401k match of over 100% on first 5%, immediate vesting
3% match for student loans or college savings
12 Paid Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday
Medical & Dental insurance options with 90% coverage for employee AND Families, no deductibles
Employer Paid Life, Short term, and Long-term Disability Insurance
Flexible spending accounts