Description
Metropolitan Family Service position descriptions are guidelines. They are not intended to identify every task that an employee will be asked to complete. They are intended as a general outline of the essential work responsibilities and qualifications of the position.
This position is a year-round, full time position providing benefits including medical, dental, paid time off and holidays as well as other benefits.
CORE VALUES
Agency Culture :
- We use creative and proactive problem solving to build and sustain dynamic community-based programs and quality services.
- We believe in the potential of families and individuals at all life stages and focus on prevention, wellness, and independence.
- We build strong relationships by collaborating with our funders, partners, and highly trained volunteers, always striving for an extensive commitment to diversity
Equity & Social Justice
Values working in a multicultural, diverse environmentValues and supports inclusion and program access for clientsSupports agency goals for reducing disparity in outcomes for communities of colorAdopts anti-racism approaches to services by understanding and acknowledging systemic and individual racism and privilegeGeneral Function :
Under the general supervision of the Ready, Set, Go! Senior Early Learning Program Manager, the Program Site Coordinator is responsible for day to day operations of the Ready Set Go! Program at Meadows Elementary School.
Collaboration
Ability to work effectively in collaboration within all program areas of MFS as well as other agencies and community partnersAbility to work and communicate effectively with a broad range of individuals and groupsAbility to provide information and assist with linkage to broader community and social servicesAbility to work with partner organizations and share information about the Ready, Set, Go! (RSG!) program to the broader communityAbility to connect position roles and agency missionTeamwork
Ability to work independently and to collaborate with other MFS staff and volunteers and to model effective teamwork skillsAbility and commitment to work effectively within a team-dependent environment and provide leadership and support to staff to demonstrate effective team dynamicsParticipate with the Ready, Set, Go! team in regular meetings, trainings and support other RSG! Site Coordinators and programs as neededProgram Administration
Knowledge and competency to operate a personal computer. Competency in using Google Suite, Word, Excel and various database programsPossesses strong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyPossesses excellent time management, administrative and organizational skillsAbility to effectively manage and maintain confidential and sensitive informationAbility to work independentlyAbility to proactively problem-solve and resolve conflictSupervision
Experience and thorough understanding of effective communication skillsEffective understanding of employment laws, rules and regulationsAbility to provide necessary information in a timely manner to staff and volunteersAbility to set quality standards for programming and ensure adherence to standardsDemonstrates continued accountability for effective, timely and consistent supervision of staff and volunteersEssential Duties and Responsibilities :
In collaboration with the school principal, the Site Coordinator will be responsible for the planning, recruitment and daily operations of the Ready Set Go! ProgramConduct ongoing community outreach to identify families of young children who are not linked to any early childhood programsPlan and facilitate two weekly parent-child interaction groups to build skills and provide socialization opportunities to families of children 3-5 years oldFacilitate and lead parenting education groups during Parent-Child Interaction Groups twice a week in English and Spanish to participants of Ready, Set, Go!Conduct home visits as needed to continue engagement of families and childrenOffer workshops in English and / or Spanish to parents / caregivers based on emergent interests and community needsSchedule and conduct assessments with participants as required by programIdentify and refer families to Early Intervention services as neededAdminister surveys and questionnaires throughout program yearConnect families to the broader services of Metropolitan Family Service, the school district and the communityProvide information to families about special school events and if applicable, participate in their coordinationDevelop and maintain strong and positive relationships with partners who are located at the school and outside in the communityProvide information and assist with linkage to resources as neededSupport families in transitioning into Kindergarten or other early childhood education programsOrganize and maintain personnel records and documentation as requiredProvide and enter data through ETO database and other required systems and written reports as requiredSet up and maintain a safe and educational classroom environment, ordering materials as neededProvide reflective supervision and ongoing support to the RSG! Program AssistantWork directly with Human Resources Department regarding hiring, supervision, and employee relations issuesAttend reflective supervision meetings with Senior Early Learning Program ManagerEffectively and consistently market the organization, communicating about MFS and its programs in a way that is both compelling and on message. Follow marketing guidelines in place when communicating with staff, volunteers, clients, partners, and potential supportersComply with Metropolitan Family Service policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee HandbookKnowledge, Skills and Abilities Required :
Minimum of two years of experience in program development or leadership of early childhood program (ex.lead teacher or led early learning groups); or equivalent related experienceAbility to read, write and speak fluently in English and Spanish is requiredExperience in supervision of staff or volunteersExperience working in a public-school setting or with public school partners preferredExperience working in collaboration with a variety of agencies and programsAbility to work independently and to collaborate with other staffEducation and Experience Requirements :
Minimum of a BA or BS degree with coursework in early childhood education and child development; or equivalent related experienceExperience working in early childhood education, or social services programming is preferredFluency and ability to communicate effectively (read, write and speak) in English and Spanish is requiredLanguage fluency will be evaluated at time of interviewOther Requirements :
Personal transportation allows for travel within the Portland Metropolitan area in a timely manner. If driving a personal vehicle must maintain a valid driver license for the state of residency, personal auto liability insurance coverage and a driving record permitting coverage under the agency auto liability policy.
MFS requires all employees and volunteers to complete a criminal background check. We review the results of all background checks individually and consider all of the circumstances of any issues that arise in a background check during the hiring process.
Work Environment :
Work is performed primarily on school premises and an office environment and / or at other locations as deemed necessary. May require occasional early morning, weekend or evening work. Position requires ability to sit for extended periods as well as stand. Position requires use of computer, telephone, fax machine, copier and may require accessing locations by use of stairs.
Metropolitan Family Service is committed to building a diverse workforce to broaden and deepen our work in the communities we serve. We strongly urge candidates from communities of color, disability, LGBTQIA2S , linguistically diverse populations, older adults and military veterans to consider application to our positions. MFS is an
