Outreach Coordinator

Description

WHY WORK AT YFA?

We tackle some of the world's toughest problems. Our employees are an incredible group of compassionate, committed individuals, drawn by the opportunity to make a difference. Year over year, our employees report they are proud to work here and are willing to go above and beyond in service of our mission to create a safe, nurturing environment for children.

Youth and Family Alternatives, Inc. (YFA) was founded in 1970. Our purpose and role is to serve children and families in crisis, providing programs that encourage healing, restoration, and success for those we serve. This is why “Family” is our middle name! Our hardworking 350 team members work in partnership with communities and families, providing a full range of services across the state of Florida.

No matter the role, we believe every team member at YFA has a critical role in supporting our children and our communities and we constantly strive to ensure a positive, purpose-driven, dynamic work environment for you to learn, grow and meet your fullest potential.

Specific job responsibilities and goals include but are not limited to:

POSITION SUMMARY:

To increase parent and community involvement and communication in school by working with the school’s administration and utilizing community resources to create a supportive environment for the students to excel in their education.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Design and implement an outreach plan to engage families in campus and community activities.
• Plan, coordinate, and support community activities with school leadership.
• Identify and engage community action groups and influential centers.
• Support senior management in engaging parents and community stakeholders.
• Execute local marketing activities, awareness campaigns, and events.
• Provide advice and recommendations for community engagement to senior management and school leadership.
• Develop community outreach through presentations for new and existing opportunities.
• Advise on press releases and media content for senior management.
• Maintain accurate data on parent and community participation.
• Build strong relationships with Community School leadership and staff.
• Develop a welcoming Parent Resource Area to foster relationships between parents, school personnel, and students.
• Build key community relationships and resources for parents and students.
• Deliver programs that promote parent participation and student success.
• Liaise with school personnel to align goals and services.
• Coordinate educational opportunities to enhance student achievement and home-school partnerships.
• Engage parents in school activities to support student and staff success.
• Assist with language barriers during gatherings, visits, and school activities.
• Make home visits and calls to identify parent needs.
• Create programs to engage new parents and students in school success.
• Prepare documentation and materials for activities and information sharing.
• Participate in quality improvement processes and facilitate group dynamics.
• Report to work on time and ready to work.
• Follow EEO compliance, respect workplace dignity, and work cooperatively in teams.
• Follow guidance from supervisors and uphold the agency's core values and mission.
• Handle confidential information appropriately.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (bilingual in Spanish preferred).
• Ability to analyze data and identify trends or problem areas.
• Strong public speaking and presentation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal and networking skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of family engagement research and literature.
• Understand and respect diverse economic, linguistic, and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to host parent meetings in the local community.
• Familiarity with the public school system and its communities.
• Ability to make home visits and travel as needed.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.
• Ability to learn and use computer skills for essential tasks.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

At YFA, we are as dedicated to our team members as we are to our mission! YFA provides:

• 13 Days of PTO, Incrementally Increasing Annually
• 13 Paid Holidays
• 5 Days Parental Leave
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Paid Life Insurance
• Legal Services
• ID Monitoring
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Immediate eligibility for 403b Savings Plan with match after 12 months
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• And of course, an opportunity to make the world a better place!

Location: 7522 Plathe Rd, New Port Richey, FL 34653

Requirements

WHAT YOU NEED:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a human service-related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of combined experience in at least 2 of the following specialties: education, human services, and/or community outreach.
• Demonstrated progressive responsibility increases in area of specialization.
• Presently or formerly a public-school parent.
• Valid Florida driver’s license.
• Experience serving as an advocate for children and/or parents.
• Experience with building community relationships. Experience convening workshops.
• Experience working with families on educational or community issues.

Additional Requirements and Expectations:

Clean driving record and able to pass a level II background screen and drug urinalysis. We are a tobacco free company. Must be a minimum of 21 years of age and have 24 months of verifiable work experience/internship/work as volunteer.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to travel statewide on a regular basis; ability to bend, lift and carry 30 pounds.

Additional Requirements and Expectations:

Clean driving record and able to pass a level II background screen and drug urinalysis. We are a tobacco free company. Must be a minimum of 21 years of age and have 24 months of verifiable work experience/internship/work as volunteer.

Youth and Family Alternatives is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We adhere to the principles of affirmative action and strictly prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on these protected characteristics.

Youth and Family Alternatives complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, selection, promotion, transfer, training, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other privileges of employment.