Temporary (6-month) Family Education & Support Coordinator

Temporary Family Education & Support Coordinator

About Housing Catalyst: We're a leading affordable housing provider in Fort Collins, CO, dedicated to building stronger communities and transforming lives through innovative housing solutions.

Join Our Dynamic Resident Services Team! We're dedicated to transforming communities through affordable housing, fostering a supportive environment where teamwork, compassion, and professional growth thrive. Based in Fort Collins, Colorado, with its vibrant arts scene and abundant outdoor activities, we offer comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and innovative initiatives like reduced work schedules to enhance work-life balance. 

Position Overview: The primary purpose of this position is to lead transformative educational programs that empower families in affordable housing communities to achieve academic success and personal growth. This role requires excellent judgment, communication skills, and in-depth knowledge of educational program development.

*This is a temporary, six-month position with the possibility of extension based on business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement year-round site-based educational programming. Examples may include after-school tutoring programs, summer camp, school break activities, back-to-school initiatives, and academic enrichment events. 
• Support literacy initiatives to promote children reaching grade-level reading proficiency, including early childhood education, reading interventions, and family literacy programs.
• Track and evaluate program outcomes using established metrics.
• Manage program budget and resources. 
• Provide simultaneous strengths-based case management for families.
• Develop individualized family stabilization plans.
• Facilitate crisis intervention using trauma-informed approaches. 
• Connect families with educational and community resources (examples may include attending trade schools, applying for financial aid, college fairs, employment skill training, GED support, computer skills training, signing up for early childhood education and pre-school enrollment). 
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all client interactions.
• Build and maintain partnerships with local schools and educational organizations.
• Develop and manage volunteer programs (recruitment, training, and retention).
• Represent Housing Catalyst at community meetings and events.
• Identify and secure grant opportunities for educational programming.
• Contribute to grant proposals and impact reports.
• Maintain detailed program data and outcome measurements.
• Generate monthly/quarterly reports on program effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Manage program scheduling, including evening and weekend activities. 
• Work flexible hours, to support program activities and family needs. Hours are typically Monday – Friday from 9 AM – 6 PM with occasional evenings or Saturdays. 

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in education, social work, or related field
• 3 - 5 years of experience in education program development
• Experience working with vulnerable populations
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered

Behavioral Competencies:

• Demonstrates expertise in educational programming and housing services. 
• Exceeds expectations of internal and external stakeholders.
• Proactively seeks solutions and embraces developmental feedback
• Balances individual and team responsibilities effectively. 
  
• Shows high conscientiousness and ownership.  
• Conveys information clearly and listens actively.  
• Sets and pursues high performance standards. 

Job Competencies:

• Design and implement educational programs for low-income populations 
• Apply Housing First, Trauma-Informed Care, and Harm Reduction principles 
• HUD, Federal, and State housing program regulations 
• Case management and crisis intervention practices 
• Local education system and community resources 
• Crisis response using trauma-informed approaches 
• Motivational interviewing and conflict resolution 
• Building a relationship with diverse stakeholders 
• Grant writing and reporting 

Working at Housing Catalyst:

• Mission-driven work making a real difference in people's lives
• Values-based culture emphasizing teamwork, compassion, honesty, accountability, and fun!
• Holistic wellness approach, including mindfulness classes and work-life balance initiatives
• Professional growth opportunities and ongoing training
• Award-winning workplace: Health Links Certified Healthy Workplace™ Leader in Colorado
• Innovative reduced work schedule pilot program

Compensation and Benefits:

• Initial Hiring Range: $28.85 - $34.67 hourly
• Expected Salary Range: $28.85 - $37.65 hourly
• Training Range (for candidates with unfulfilled qualifications): $25.71 - $28.70 hourly
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Generous paid time-off and holidays
• Retirement benefits

Residency Requirement

Our work at Housing Catalyst is all about community. Therefore, we consider it critical that our team members are part of the community we serve. For that reason, we require that the incumbent be a resident of Larimer or Weld County. In cases where candidates are not currently residing in this area, we accommodate up to a six month timeframe for relocation. Limited exceptions may be made under extenuating circumstances.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Housing Catalyst is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a drug-free workplace. To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to every applicant and employee, Housing Catalyst bases employment decisions on merit, qualifications, experience, and abilities.

How to Apply: Ready to make a difference? Submit your resume, cover letter, and respond to our application questions by clicking 'Apply for this Job'. Join our mission-driven team and help build a better future for our community, one home at a time!

Salary : $26 - $29