Fatherhood Initiative Specialist

Fatherhood Initiative Specialist Youth and Family Services El Reno, OK Job Details Full-time From $40,000 a year 10 hours ago Benefits Mileage reimbursement Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications Family advocate experience Public speaking Microsoft Office High school diploma or GED Driver's License Presentation skills Family services case manager experience Mentoring Organizational skills Full Job Description Overview Youth & Family Services, Inc. is currently seeking a Fatherhood Initiative Specialist. The Fatherhood Initiative Specialist's primary responsibility is to serve fathers in our community by providing training, case management, coaching, mentoring, and other services as needed in a group and individual setting. YFS offers a variety of benefits for full-time employees.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Gather intake information on referrals and complete all required paperwork for each participant. Prepare and schedule staffing on each participant with direct supervisor, as required and Community Education Coordinator, as needed. Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files on each participant. Provide advocacy, mentoring, and case management services on a group, individual, and family level. Work cooperatively with funding sources, community referral sources, school, grantors, and public agency services. Assume the responsibility for personal development keeping updated on current knowledge, research, and techniques. Attend required workshops relevant to job description and complete required continuing education. Attend agency staff meetings and consultation as directed. Encourage active engagement with and retention of participants, and ensure all project activities are in line with positive relationship principles. Assist in organizing and coordinating meetings (including regular meetings, committee meetings, or special meetings of the group). Travel to trainings and meetings as needed. State-wide and national travel may be required Receive appropriate certifications and facilitate trainings as needed. Provide flexibility of schedule and location to accommodate clients as needed for their appointments in alignment with agency policy. Maintain client confidentiality at all times to include case files, phone records, verbal communication and all information. Provide required forms and records documentation needed to compile agency reports and statistics to Administrative Assistant or designated person in a timely manner. Attend speaking engagements to represent and educate the community regarding agency and clinical services as needed. Provide travel to clients as a matter of agency business only. Follow agency's safety procedures and protocol. Perform all other reasonable duties as assigned.

Skills Needed:

Excellent writing skills Good presentation skills Microsoft Office skills Good organizational skills Comfortable with public speaking

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred Public speaking or teaching experience Case Management experience preferred Join us in making a difference in the lives of children and families. Your commitment can help foster a safer environment for those we serve.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required) Ability to

Commute:

El Reno, OK 73036 (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person