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Job Description
Program Specialist Young Parents Network Inc Cedar Rapids, IA Job Details Full-time 23 hours ago Qualifications Computer operation Teamwork Program management Volunteer management Driver's License Bachelor's degree Calendar management Working with families Quality data entry
Full Job Description TITLE:
Program Specialist
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Provide day-to-day programming for parents and their children. Programming includes groups and/or home visits as appropriate or required
REPORTS TO
Program Supervisor or Director of Programs Essential Duties and Responsibilities Program Coordination Facilitate with fidelity the curriculum used for YPN Parenting Groups Identifies community resources for prenatal and parenting programs and establishes relationships with such resources Develops and nurtures key partnerships to promote and evolve the YPN prenatal and parenting programs Assists in data collection and reporting outcomes/successes to funders and/or key program partnerships Work collaboratively with YPN staff to plan, implement, and enhance parenting group programs Assist in the enrollment process for participants in the appropriate prenatal and parenting programs Collect and report on required information on program participants through the intake process, notes, direct reports, and other interactions Work to recruit and maintain relationships with other agencies for referral sources and collaborative programming Work with partner agencies and participants to schedule and implement parenting programs Additional data entry, paperwork processing, filing and other admin skills as needed Group Support Work as a team member in the coordination and management of group operations including childcare, transportation, food, activities, and curriculum for each group Comes prepared for team meetings, group work sessions, and individual meetings to share information on curriculum, needs, participant successes and barriers, etc. Plan and provide specialty group experiences for families as appropriate and needed Contact referrals in a timely manner to engage in programming services Completes intakes in a timely manner Monitors participant attendance and problem solves and barriers to attendance and any other life issue that may arise with participants and record these interactions in database as appropriate Updates program information with referring agencies and networks with community professionals and resource providers Assists the volunteer coordinator in recruiting, training and supporting volunteer group facilitators and childcare providers for parenting group activities Completes program evaluations and participant assessments as required by best practice and funding agencies Provides comprehensive care coordination to participants Documentation Exceed agency standards for documentation completion Complete accurate and timely documentation of all service activities File all reports required by funders and the agency Maintain participant information as required Provides professional written and verbal communications including prompt response to emails, texts, phone calls, calendar requests, and calendar sharing. Support Agency/Program Mission & Values Interact with youth & families, volunteers, community partners, and all YPN visitors in a respectful, strength-based manner Practice a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion Maintain confidentiality related to YPN participants, staff, programs and other activities Subscribe to positive, solutions-based approach Follow and model the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards as outlined in the YPN Employee Handbook All other duties as assigned by agency need Other Essential Functions Basic computer and data entry skills High Emotional Intelligence (People Skills) Ability to work normal business hours with some flexibility Ability to lift 50 pounds with assistance Ability to work Thursday evenings and other evenings as needed. Valid driver's license Core Competencies Knowledge of Mandatory Reporter Training through the Department of Health and Human Services and certification up to date Knowledge of Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct Knowledge of Bloodborne Pathogens Knowledge of and sensitivity to the service populations' cultural and socioeconomic characteristics Knowledge of offered curricula and ability to facilitate curricula to fidelity Performance and Quality Improvement Responsibilities Able to work 40 hours per week Provide professionally written and verbal communications within the agency and community Practice preventative, safe work habits Observe all laws, safety mandates, agency expectations, and regulations Report all injuries and incidents per agency & program protocol Pass National Family Support Certification Exam within one year of hire date Attend PAT training and webinars, maintain certification, and adhere to all guidelines as determined by PAT National Maintain a home visit caseload of 16-18 based on percentage of time allotted to the Home Visitation program.
Training Provided:
Onboarding Four opportunities for continuing education throughout the year
Group Curriculum Facilitator Training Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree required. 2 years' experience working with families, basic computer skills, data entry, people skills, lifting & hauling necessary items to and from group site, able to work normal business hours with some evenings.
FULL TIME, NON- EXEMPT STATUS
This is a one-year position, with the possibility of extension, contingent upon funding availability.
SIGNATURE
___________________________________________________ Job description will be reviewed annually at the time of evaluation or more frequently if changes are needed.
