Fatherhood Coordinator

Community Renewal Team Inc; Clay Arsenal (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Renewal Team Inc in Hartford, CT, seeks a Fatherhood Coordinator to support its Fatherhood Initiative through workshops, groups, and direct services using an evidence-based curriculum and the Fatherhood Strategic Framework. Responsibilities include outreach, coordinating advisory group meetings, facilitating curriculum workshops, conducting assessments, maintaining records, and reporting.

A high school diploma, 1 year of relevant experience, and a valid driver’s license are required;

Qualifications

• High School Education Required; self-identify as a Peer relating to the content as described.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with families, fathers, or in family services.
• Active driver’s license in good standing; driving required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Attend and complete all mandatory training.
• Conduct community outreach and participant recruitment in the CRT catchment area.
• Plan and coordinate advisory group meetings and recruit guest speakers.
• Facilitate curriculum workshops and support groups.
• Conduct fatherhood assessments and develop service plans using CRT Steps to Success.
• Create and maintain client records and documentation.
• Prepare and submit timely reports.
• Participate in community meetings and outreach activities.
• Available for late evenings, weekends, and unconventional hours.

Skills

Excellent written/verbal communication

Bilingual (English/Spanish preferred)

Community outreach

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office

Driver's license

Case management system (CRT Steps to Success)

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTIONPosition Title:Fatherhood CoordinatorDepartment:Clinical ServicesFLSA Status:Non-ExemptPay Grade:8Reports To:Assistant Director of OperationsGENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIESThe purpose of this position is to support the Agency’s needs by servicing as the Fatherhood Coordinator for its Fatherhood Initiative Program. The focus of this position is to promote responsible fatherhood through the provision of workshops, groups, and other direct services, using an evidence-based curriculum and actively participating in the Fatherhood Strategic Framework.SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSThe list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.Regular attendanceAttend and complete all mandatory training.Conduct community outreach and participant recruitment to reach members of the target population of low- income fathers raising children in the CRT catchment area.Plan, coordinate, and facilities the advisory group provider meetings, including the recruitment of community providers to attend the meetings, and making the necessary arrangements to find guest speakers to present at the meetings.Facilitate designated curriculum workshops and support groups.Conduct a fatherhood assessment and develop a service plan using the CRT Steps to Success case management system, which identifies needs and goals related to employment, education, and other social determinants of health.Create and maintain up to date paper and electronic client records to include but not limited to case notes, group notes, sign in sheets, pretest, post-tests, evaluations, and certificates of completion.Prepare and submit timely reports.Participate in community meetings and outreach activities.ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONSPerform all other duties as assignedMust be available to work late evenings, weekends, and unconventional hours.MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCEEducation: High School Education Required, must be a self-identified as a Peer relating to the content as described.Minimum Years of Experience: One (1) Year of experience in working with families, fathers, or participating as a peer within the family’s social services system requiredActive Certification in good Standing: Must have valid driver’s license.Demonstrate skills in: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Basic MS Office and computer skills for reporting and data entry.Knowledge: Knowledge of Hartford areas where clients who are not receiving services. Proven experience working with families, fathers within the family’s social services system required.Bilingual: Yes, preferred Fluent Speak: English Written: EnglishDriving Required: YES, Agency Vehicle YES Employee’s Own Vehicle YES, Preferred –With proof of automobile liability insuranceActive Driver License in good standing required upon hire and throughout employment.