PROGRAM ASSOCIATE - RSG - MARGARET SCOTT ES

METROPOLITAN FAMILY SERVICE•Portland, OR

9d•$23 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Metropolitan Family Service position descriptions are guidelines. They are not intended to identify every task that an employee will be asked to complete. They are intended as a general outline of the essential work responsibilities and qualifications of the position. Agency Culture: We use creative and proactive problem-solving to build and sustain dynamic community-based programs and quality services. We believe in the potential of families and individuals at all life stages and focus on prevention, wellness, and independence. We build strong relationships by collaborating with our funders, partners, and highly trained volunteers, always striving for an extensive commitment to diversity. General Function: Under the supervision of the Program Site Coordinators for the Ready, Set, Go! and Early Ready, Set, Go! programs, the Program Associate is responsible for providing direct support to the day-to-day operations of the Early Learning and Family Engagement programs at Margaret Scott Elementary School. The RSG/eRSG Program Associate will support in-person Parent-Child Interaction Groups (PCIGs), parenting groups, workshops, community events, and activities. This includes taking observations of program participants to aid in lesson planning, leading physical activity classes, maintaining a clean and safe classroom environment, coordinating volunteers, and building trusting relationships with program participants.

Requirements

A minimum of one year working with children and families in the fields of early childhood education, social service, or parenting education
Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking in a language in addition to English is required
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Knowledge of and ability to uphold classroom health and safety standards
Ability to provide strength-based resource and referral services to families
Experience working in a public school setting and/or with the early learning community
Experience collaborating with a variety of agencies and programs
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-dependent environment
Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of individuals and groups
Ability to maintain appropriate and professional relationships with clients and volunteers
Values working in a multicultural and diverse environment
Knowledge and competency in operating a personal computer and telephone
Demonstrated competency in Google platforms, Canva, and database programs
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Equity & Social Justice
Values working in a multicultural, diverse environment
Values and supports inclusion and program access for clients
Supports agency goals for reducing disparities in outcomes for communities of color and marginalized communities
Adopts anti-racism approaches to services by understanding and acknowledging systemic and individual racism and privilege
Certification, Associate’s degree, or higher in Early Childhood Education, or a minimum of 2 years of classroom experience in Early Childhood Education (preferred ages 0–3 or 3–5) OR other related educational experience
Experience working in a classroom with children ages 0-5 and their families. Preference for those with certification and/or advanced training in Early Childhood Education
Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking in a language in addition to English is required (preferred languages: Nepali or Spanish)
Personal transportation that allows timely travel within the Portland metropolitan area. If using a personal vehicle, the individual must maintain a valid driver’s license for their state of residence, carry personal auto liability insurance, and have a driving record that meets the requirements for coverage under the agency’s auto liability policy
MFS requires all employees and volunteers to complete a criminal background check. We review the results of all background checks individually and consider all of the circumstances of any issues that arise in a background check during the hiring process

Responsibilities

Support all needs for Parent-Child Interaction Groups, including set-up and clean-up
Support Parent Education classes in English and Spanish
Assist in planning and co-creating activities with Program Coordinators
Support development of programming with a health and wellness focus, including physical activity classes
Support purchasing needs for RSG!/eRSG programming using MFS-provided funding
Assist with communication and scheduling of classes, assessments, and events
Maintain a high-quality early learning and preschool environment in accordance with Ready, Set, Go! standards
Support co-planning and facilitation of community outings and events by coordinating with partners and other organizations
Assist with outreach, networking, and recruitment of participants for all RSG programs
Recruit and support training and facilitation for program volunteers
Attend regular supervision meetings with Program Coordinators, Program Staff, and the agency
Organize and maintain program files and documentation as required
Maintain up-to-date data entry in the agency database, Efforts to Outcomes (ETO)