Parent Education Instructor

Lutheran Community Services Northwest•McMinnville, OR

18h

About The Position

Lutheran Community Services NW is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving communities throughout Washington, Oregon, and Idaho with a wide range of services for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. All LCSNW team members will contribute to our mission of partnering with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope WHAT WE WILL DO FOR YOU: As an employer of choice, we’re deeply committed to supporting our employees—because when you’re empowered, our mission thrives. We provide resources, tools, and care that allow you to focus on what matters most: delivering Health, Justice, and Hope to the communities we serve. We’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and peace of mind A 37.5 per hour work week to ensure work/life balanceMedical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits to keep you and your loved ones healthyEmployer-paid short- and long-term disability insuranceLife insurance coverage at no cost to youUp to 2 weeks of vacation in your first year (based on hours worked)Up to 2 weeks of sick leave (based on hours worked)12 paid agency recognized holidays 2 floating holidays to use your way403(b) retirement plan with employer matching (eligibility applies)Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your familyPotential eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness through our 501(c)(3) nonprofit status HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT: Prepare and facilitate parenting education groups using approved curriculum and promote active family engagement. Assess for parental capacities as related to child safety and well-being, and unmet basic needs child safety and well-being Help family members overcome barriers and identify strengths Refer client to supportive services to supplement treatment and counseling as appropriate Coordinate logistics for parent education sessions, including registration, materials, food/snacks, and communication with families. Provides in-home peer-based support, encouragement, and advocacy to families experiencing challenges, modeling trust and mutual respect. Offer supportive services and guidance to parents and caregivers in areas such as communication, home management, stress reduction, budgeting, and parenting strategies. Conduct outreach and build connections with families, ensuring services are culturally responsive and accessible. Collaborate with DHS, schools, behavioral health providers, and other community partners to coordinate services and support family goals. Oversee and support childcare providers during group sessions, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for children. Must work a flexible schedule to meet families’ needs.

Requirements

The ability to read, write and speak fluently in both English and Spanish is required.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Strong group facilitation, peer support, and communication skills.
Open to reflective practice (i.e. has capacity for introspection, communicates awareness of self in relation to others, recognizes value of supervision, etc.) parents/caregivers and children who have a variety of stresses/challenges
Ability to work with parents and their children in a warm, calming, respectful, encouraging, and patient manner
Ability to work effectively with data and computers systems
A valid driver's license, car insurance, and reliable vehicle are required.
High School Diploma or GED and one year of experience working with youth and families and facilitating parenting education groups or adult education workshops is required.
Must have lived experience as the primary caregiver to a child with mental health or behavioral health needs.
High School Diploma or GED and one year of experience working with youth and families and facilitating parenting education groups or adult education workshops is required.
Must have lived experience as the primary caregiver to a child with mental health or behavioral health needs.
Current certification as an Oregon Traditional Health Worker Peer Support Specialist, or completed within 60 days of hire, training is provided.
Current adult and pediatric CPR & First Aid and Oregon Food Handler’s Card or completed within 60 days of hire, training is provided.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with court-mandated populations is preferred.
Experience working with court-mandated populations is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare and facilitate parenting education groups using approved curriculum and promote active family engagement.
Assess for parental capacities as related to child safety and well-being, and unmet basic needs child safety and well-being
Help family members overcome barriers and identify strengths
Refer client to supportive services to supplement treatment and counseling as appropriate
Coordinate logistics for parent education sessions, including registration, materials, food/snacks, and communication with families.
Provides in-home peer-based support, encouragement, and advocacy to families experiencing challenges, modeling trust and mutual respect.
Offer supportive services and guidance to parents and caregivers in areas such as communication, home management, stress reduction, budgeting, and parenting strategies.
Conduct outreach and build connections with families, ensuring services are culturally responsive and accessible.
Collaborate with DHS, schools, behavioral health providers, and other community partners to coordinate services and support family goals.
Oversee and support childcare providers during group sessions, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for children.
Must work a flexible schedule to meet families’ needs.

Benefits

A 37.5 per hour work week to ensure work/life balance
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits to keep you and your loved ones healthy
Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance coverage at no cost to you
Up to 2 weeks of vacation in your first year (based on hours worked)
Up to 2 weeks of sick leave (based on hours worked)
12 paid agency recognized holidays
2 floating holidays to use your way
403(b) retirement plan with employer matching (eligibility applies)
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
Potential eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness through our 501(c)(3) nonprofit status