The Healthy Schenectady Families Supervisor works to improve healthy family and parenting choices among eligible families and individuals in Schenectady County. The Supervisor also helps plan and manage the program and provides strength-based supervision to assigned staff. As part of the Healthy Families New York and Healthy Schenectady Families Programs, this position works closely with the team of educators and other supervisors to promote the well-being of parents, children and families through the use of existing evidence-based health education and parenting curricula delivered through home visits and by the supervision of others performing similar work. Positive, persistent and individualized outreach from the educator keeps families involved in the program and leads to improved outcomes for children, parents, and the community.

Application Instructions

In the My Information section be sure to enter your full name, address, email, and phone number(s).

Include a cover letter, resume and at least three references (at least one who is a current or former supervisor or teacher). To attach documents, under the My Experience section use the Select Files button to search for files or use the Drop Files Here box to drag documents into your application. If you plan to upload more than one document, click the Upload icon for each additional document. Please note, once your application is submitted you will not be able to change your submission or add attachments. If you would like to add or update documents to your online application after submission, please contact Jim McNaughton, Association Lead Human Resources Manager, via e-mail jpm373@cornell.edu.

External Applicants: (including current employees of other Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations) please refer to Applying for a Job with Cornell Cooperative Extension (External Candidate) for additional guidance.

All Internal Applicants: Those who are currently employed by the Cornell Cooperative Extension Association indicated in this job posting must apply online via their employee Workday account, which may be accessed here: http://workday.cornell.edu/

Apply By

All applications must be received on-line by 11:59 pm on July 5, 2024. Position closing dates may change based on Association needs.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree. A Bachelor’s degree plus 4 years transferrable relevant evidence-based research experience may substitute for a Master’s degree.

• Experience relevant to the role of the position.

• Ability to help ensure diverse, equitable, and inclusive programs. Commitment to working in limited-income urban settings with diverse program participants in their homes and surrounding communities.

• Ability to meet the frequent travel requirements associated with the position. A valid NYS driver's license with the ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required.

• Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, and occasional overnight travel.

• Program Skills: Ability to deliver evidence-based health education and parenting curricula to participants and work with diverse audiences of all ages. Ability to identify and utilize program resources within the community.

• Management Skills - Ability to effectively manage and supervise staff.

• Technology Skills - Moderate level skills with Microsoft Office suite, database and internet software.

• Communication Skills - Ability to relate and communicate effectively to co-workers, community and professional leaders, and program participants.

• Work Environment – In addition to the Working Conditions the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. This position frequently performs in-person home visits within the assigned communities. When not in the field, this position works in a typical “open” office environment with occasional to frequent distractions. This position occasionally lifts, moves, or transports program materials.

Preferred Qualifications

• Supervisory experience or providing leadership and guidance to others.

• Ability to speak, read and write proficiently in the Spanish language, or other non-English language as is spoken in the target community.

Position Responsibilities & Essential Functions

Program Responsibilities:

Program Development – 15%

• Assist with program development efforts.

• Assist in maintaining direct linkage with Health Families NY collaborators and other partners for program development guidance.

• Assist in making programmatic changes based on program evaluation outcomes.

• Assist with program development by participating in monthly Home Visiting Partnership workgroup meetings and quarterly Community Advisory Committee meetings.

Program Delivery – 55%

• Deliver educational programs to 5-10 families.

• Utilize existing evidence-based curricula and support materials to provide accurate, relevant parenting and health education to participating families.

• Observe parent/child interactions and provide positive feedback to parents throughout the home visits, based upon the existing program parameters.

• Assist Supervisor with development and implementation of Family Goal Plans.

• Meets or exceeds targeted education delivery goals assigned by the Supervisor as indicated by the funding source.

• Conduct home visits on a weekly basis that then decrease over time until the participant’s child begins school or Head Start.

• Assist in ensuring program delivery conforms to Healthy Families NY Plan of Work.

• Utilize motivational interviewing strategies in working with all family members to address individual needs and consider diverse audiences.

• Utilize established program outline; provide individualized education and development of family goal plans that result in improved birth outcomes; timely attainment of recommended immunizations and preventive care; increased breastfeeding support; decreased use of harsh parenting practices; improved early literacy and increased demonstration of behaviors that promote learning in a school setting.

• Utilize skills in assessing parent/child interactions, knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate parenting strategies.

• Provide mass media (social and print) educational program efforts.

• Provide special educational efforts such as parent/child group facilitation, program/parent committees, and community meetings.

• Maintain a strong, supportive, and professional relationship with program participants and have the ability to communicate with families on a wide range of issues including but not limited to, health, wellness and prevention of domestic violence.

• Encourage families to identify a primary health care provider and educate the family about the importance of regular access to preventive care.

• Evaluate family functioning and make connections to other Extension programs and community resources, serve as liaison for client families to other programs such as WIC, SNAP-ed, EFNEP, Head Start, etc.

• Represent CCE to the public, community leaders, government officials and Cornell University in a professional manner.

Program Evaluation – 5%

• Based on established parameters, provide program evaluation data to the supervisor, assist in data analysis and assist in making recommendations to supervisors for strengthening and improving programs.

Administrative Responsibilities:

Direction – 5%

• May assist supervisor in planning programs, budgets, staffing, and communications and marketing efforts.

Management – 10%

• Supervise program staff in accordance with applicable law, policies, and procedures.

• Help ensure positive, team-based employee relations.

• Monitor and schedule staff time to ensure program needs are met.

• Assist in solving problems and resolving conflicts.

Coordination/Operation – 5%

• Train and orient new staff.

• Maintain record of participants, complete reports, and accurately collect and prepare paperwork as required for the program evaluation process.

• Complete necessary written documentation as required by programs and funders.

• Organize a weekly schedule with supervisor to accommodate needs of participant families.

• Assist supervisor with public awareness in the form of impact statements, articles for progress/ annual reports, or news releases.

• Participate in outreach activities, collaborate with service providers to help ensure that program family has access to available community services and assist with educational activities related to parenting and child development. Make referrals to appropriate community programs and services.

• Maintain strong communication with the Healthy Families New York program and Schenectady County Public Health Services in order to convey participant needs throughout Healthy Families New York enrollment period.

• Maintain a strong network of peers working in other community agencies and programs with the goal of connecting participant families with the educational and other resources they need in a timely manner.

• Maintain confidentiality of information regarding all program participants.

• Attend team and staff meetings, report expenses timely, work with other staff and volunteers, general marketing of Extension programs. 

Professional Improvement – 5%

• In cooperation with Supervisor and/or Executive Director, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan as a means to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes and Association priorities.

• Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension and perform other duties as assigned.

Health and Safety – Applied to all duties and functions

• Support the Association to maintain a safe working environment.

• Be familiar with and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, Association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard.

• Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.

EEO/EPO and Policy – Applied to all duties and functions

• Appreciate and embrace diversity in all interactions with clientele, staff, volunteers and the public.

• Assist the Cornell Cooperative Extension system in reaching out to diverse audiences.

• Aware of, and adheres to, established Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Schenectady County policies, procedures and Cornell Cooperative Extension Skills for Success.

• Contribute to the overall success of the organization by performing all assigned duties in a professional, timely and accurate manner.

Position Details

This is a full-time, nonexempt position, 35 hours/week. Compensation paid at the rate of $28 per hour. Excellent benefits, based on eligibility, including:

• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal leave

• Paid Holidays

• NYS Health Insurance Program (including free Dental Insurance)

• NYS Retirement (NYSERS)

• Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Total Care Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Tax Deferred Annuity Plan

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Group Universal Life Insurance

• Personal Accidental Insurance

• Legal Plan Insurance

• Long Term Care Insurance

• Auto and Homeowner’s Insurance

• Pet Insurance

• New York’s College Savings Program

• ClearPoint Credit Counseling Solutions

No relocation or VISA Sponsorship available.

For additional questions please contact Jim McNaughton, Association Lead Human Resources Manager, e-mail jpm373@cornell.edu or phone (518) 765-3503.

https://schenectady.cce.cornell.edu/

Job Title:

Association Subject Educator II

Level:

003

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Company:

Contract College

Contact Name:

Jim McNaughton

Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.

Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

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