Job Details
Job Location
Robert Gray Middle School – Portland, OR
Position Type
Part Time
Education Level
2 Year Degree
Salary Range
$22.71 – $23.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage
Negligible
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Nonprofit – Social Services
Description
JOB SUMMARY:
The Extended Day Coordinator/Family Resource Navigator (EDC/FRN) as part of the SUN Community School staff team, works under the supervision of the SUN Site Supervisor. EDC/FRN work alongside families to help reduce barriers and stressors in the home, and promote self-sufficiency so that students can learn and families can thrive. EDC/FRN is culturally responsive and supports the needs of families, prioritizing families of color and reduces these barriers by allowing providers to walk alongside families who are navigating these systems of support, building skills and confidence along the way. EDC/FRN provides coordination of the extended day programs/activities for families and youth, provides services and resource navigation for families.
EXTENDED DAY COORDINATOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist in the development and implementation of SUN programs.
- Assist SUN Site Supervisor in the oversight of extended day programs and supervision of volunteers, teachers and participants.
- Assist with hiring and training staff and volunteers
- Manage SUN program in SUN Site Supervisor’s absence.
- Assist in assessing the needs of students and community, creating classes, conducting student registration, communicating with parents about schedules and changes, and ensure the smooth running of classes and activities.
- Collaborate with SUN Site Supervisor and the school to create a high quality program that supports academic achievement and the healthy development of students.
- Create paper and online registration for after school activities and assist with enrollment.
- Provide a safe and secure environment for participants.
- Record all program fees and deposits on a weekly basis, including completing refunds.
- Complete student tracking both accurately and timely in terms of student safety.
- Work with students needing behavioral support to create behavior plans and monitor goals for improvement.
- Coordinate data collection, documentation, filing and database maintenance in accordance with agency’s management information systems and program needs.
- Actively develop rapport with students, staff, and families.
- Assist with the outreach and recruitment of volunteers, community organizations and resources to support the SUN program, the school community and neighborhood, and the needs of students and their families.
- Completing all volunteer paperwork including submitting monthly hours to Development.
- Effectively communicate school and Impact NW policy, mission, values and decisions to program staff, volunteers, collaborating organizations and the community.
- Effectively work with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
FAMILY RESOURCE NAVIGATOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plan and facilitate resource meetings with school staff, partners, and relevant staff to share and distribute resources and updates regarding family support.
- Conducts initial assessment to determine eligibility for financial support and services.
- Core program services and activities might include, but are not limited to: case management support (help navigating food, rent, utility, public benefits, and employment resources), as well as one-on-one skill building. Also, leading group skill building and workshops for parents; reducing language barriers; family engagement; outreach and raising awareness about potential resources.
- Utilize person-centered and trauma-informed assessment to identify and prioritize client needs. Support and encourage clients’ self-advocacy.
- Attend all relevant staff meetings and training. Additional training may be provided by supervisor or SUN CS site manager.
- Meet data deadlines set by INW and Multnomah County.
- Must keep up with budgeting transactions, organization of receipts, and submit expense reports accurately and in a timely manner.
- May require some early morning, evening and/or weekend meetings and events.
Qualifications
Any combination of experience and training that would likely meet the following requirements:
- Associate Degree and/or equivalent training and a minimum of two years experience in the field of education or related human service field.
- Positive kid management and communication skills.
- Well-versed in Google Apps and Excel.
- Able to create attractive promotional materials, spreadsheets, and perform data entry.
- Knowledge of the Portland and local school community.
- Excellent coordinating and organizational skills including the ability to engage a broad spectrum of community members in Impact NW programs and activities.
- Ability to organize, prioritize and complete multiple and varied tasks.
- Ability to communicate directly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Sensitivity and ability to relate to people from diverse lifestyles and cultures.
- Ability and willingness to work as a team member and support the mission and goals of Impact NW.
PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bilingual and cross cultural knowledge and skills (pay differential of $.50 per hour for bilingual candidates)
- Experience in volunteer management, administration, and staff supervision.
THIS JOB ALSO REQUIRES THE FOLLOWING PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:
- Repetitive motion, prolonged sitting and extensive visual involvement
- Frequent climbing of stairs, moving throughout the building, and on feet for long periods of time.
- Moderate lifting
- May require up to 50% of travel between sites, home visits, and local businesses.
BENEFITS:
- 100% Employer paid medical, Short Term and Long-Term Disability, Life insurance.
- 401 (K) with employer matching contribution.
- Attractive PTO and Vacation Policy.
- Self-care hours.
- Opportunity to grow through training and development.