What are the responsibilities and job description for the SMVF Project Manager position at MET Opportunities?
1. Associate / Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education, Social Work, Health, Psychology or arelated field is preferred. Five years previous supervised work experience with young childrenand/or parents, High School Diploma required.
2.Must pass a criminal background check and is subject to the agency’s drug and alcohol testing program.
3.Extensive travel required in the area; must be able to travel outside the project area as assigned.
4.May come into contact with childhood diseases and blood on occasion.
5.Possess a valid Texas driver’s license and acceptable driving record, as approved by the agency’s vehicleinsurance carrier.
6.Employee must have an account with a financial institution that can process financial transactions throughMET’s electronic payroll system.
7.Computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite and basic computer functions.
- Supervise SMVF staff (maintaining necessary documentation of activities).
- Provide an orientation process for new Parent Educators that begins with hiring and continues throughout the first year after PAT training.
- Conduct at least four hours of staff meetings monthly that cover administrative issues and provide opportunities for review of implementation data, case discussion, peer support and skill building.
- Complete an annual performance evaluation of staff, including written professional development goals. Assist in completing annual performance evaluation of parent educators, including professional development goals.
- Ensure that Parent Educator obtain necessary professional development and renew certification with PAT National Center annually.
- Develop / maintain relationships with community organizations and leaders to help grow and sustain the program.
- Oversee direct recruitment efforts or participation in centralized intake system.
- Complete and submit the Affiliate Performance Report to PAT National Center.
- Assist with the continuous quality improvement.
- Approve fiscal expenditures-materials and travel, for operating the home visiting program.
- Maintain and monitor the budget for SMVF program.
- Report to work at scheduled time and maintain good attendance. Perform all duties in a safe, timely, and professional manner. Participate with a positive attitude and behavior in all program activities.
- Maintain confidentiality in all areas of responsibility.
- Assist in meeting agency non-federal share matching requirement (In-Kind).
- Perform all other duties as outlined by supervisor.