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- This role is bilingual / biliterate in Spanish and English. A test will be administered prior to employment.
As the Father Engagement Specialist you will play a crucial role in recruiting families, particularly males / fathers, from enrolled Family and Community Support Services (FCSS), Migrant & Seasonal Head Start, Regional Head Start, and Early Head Start programs to participate in our Positive Opportunities for Parenting Success (POPS) Father Engagement Program.
We would love to hear from someone who :
Has a bachelor's degree in human services or related field.Has two years' experience in human services.Has a valid CA Driver's License.As the Father Engagement Specialist, you will :
Recruit families of enrolled children, into the Father Engagement program by attending parent meetings and activities.Engage and assist out-of-county staff in the active recruitment strategies for families and best practice activities for the program.Develop, lead, and facilitate Father Engagement groups, activities, and events (forums) in various counties.Mentor families toward expanding the Father Engagement program through encouraging mentoring of other males / fathers, facilitation of groups, and recruiting other males / fathers into the program.Assist in conducting an annual agency-wide father friendly assessment, compiles and analyzes results of assessment while working with individual departments.Assist in planning and implementing workshops, trainings, and father activities for families.Monitor and track the status and progress of Father Engagement participants and assists with any problems that arise.Compiles records and prepares reports to be submitted to the FCSS Director.Additional Eligibility Qualifications :
Must be able to relate well to all people of the community regardless of color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or socio-economic level.Must be at least 18 years of age by date of hire.Must submit proof of current vaccination status for measles, pertussis, and influenza (or a current, signed influenza declination form) in compliance with SB 792.Must comply with the CAPSLO COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, either being fully vaccinated or sign a COVID-19 vaccination declination form.Must complete a health screening physical completed within 30 days prior to employment and a current TB skin test / Chest X-Ray.Employment is contingent upon meeting all job requirements and background requirements : criminal history check (Inclusive of DOJ, FBI and Child Abuse), acknowledgement of child abuse reporting responsibility, criminal record statement (Form LIC508), etc. A criminal history clearance is required prior to employment.Upon hire agency staff will check the Megan's Law (or the current sexual predator website) to ensure each staff being hired is clear for employment. Program administrative staff will check the website annually to ensure all program staff are cleared to work.Must meet the Head Start Performance Standards and State requirements.Employment in Head Start, Early Head Start and Migrant and Seasonal Head Start Programs is contingent upon approval of the Policy Council.Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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Benefits & Perks : Stay Healthy!
Keep yourself healthy with our comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance plans. (Did we mention we pay your monthly premium at 100% if you are full time, YES...100 %!)Keep your family healthy with the same comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision available for you to purchase!Address everyday concerns with access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.Get involved with company-sponsored monthly wellness challenges!Be Financially Fit!
Save for your future by enrolling into our retirement plan with generous company matches after 6 month.Set aside pre-tax dollars to cover medical or child care expenses through our Flexible Spending Plans.Utilize Discounts from our partners (reduced rates for pet insurance, cell phone services, car rentals and more).Take time for you!
Relax, recharge, and reconnect with friends and family or plan your get away for a few days while using your vacation time awarded to you every pay period!Relax when you are sick, rest assured you are covered by your awesome team and accrued paid sick time!Honor diversity on our paid holidays of Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Juneteenth National Independence Day. Want to celebrate a day that's especially meaningful to you? We've got you covered with a paid Personal Holiday.Enjoy the holidays! You get 14 of them...PAID!Career Growth & Professional Development!
Work in an environment that fosters learning excellence and provides ongoing opportunities for experience and education.Explore our education assistance programs to support your professional development and empower your career journey. (must be hired under eligible program)Apply for our education leave program, which allows paid time off to take career related courses or education reimbursements! (must be hired under eligible program)Feed your mind, fuel your career with our lunch and learn sessions and various virtual training opportunities!Have fun at work!
Celebrate birthdays and anniversaries with your team!Join one of our committees and meet employees across the agency.Rock your CAPSLO provided hats, t-shirts, sweaters and more!Be you!For questions regarding the application process or open positions, contact the Recruiting Department at 805-544-4355 or email recruitment@capslo.org.
EOE / V / ADA / Drug Free Workplace / Asset Infused Organization. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo will consider all qualified applicants without attention to race, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, veteran status, socioeconomic class, or any other protected characteristic.
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Pay Type HourlyEmployment Indicator Regular Full TimeMin Hiring Rate $23.00Max Hiring Rate $26.00Required Education Bachelor's DegreeApply Now
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