Launch PAD Community Partner

Gemma Services; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate professional to join their new 5-year program aimed at improving community knowledge around mental health for youth. This hybrid role involves working closely with families, providing coaching and support, and connecting them with vital resources. The organization offers a generous benefits package, including full medical insurance, paid holidays, and time off. If you have a background in education or human services and are eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Full Medical Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Referral Bonuses

Education Assistance

Self-Care Funds

Qualifications

• 5+ years in education, healthcare, or human services required.
• Experience with children aged 0-8 and their families preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement Family Check Up Online model and connect families with resources.
• Initiate contact/support with families through various communication methods.

Skills

Community Outreach

Coaching

Technical Troubleshooting

Bilingual Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work

Tools

Web-based Applications

Job description

Community Partner for Launch PAD - SOUTHWEST PHILADELPHIA LOCATION - 5 YEAR PROGRAM!!! HYBRID POSITION

Salary range $40k-$49k depending on education and experience

Gemma Services is seeking a full-time professional for our new 5-year program based out of our Southwest Philadelphia location, passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families.

Why Gemma? Gemma offers a generous benefits package that includes full medical insurance coverage at no cost to the employee, eight (8) paid holidays, and over three (3) weeks of paid time off in the first year. Additionally, Gemma provides referral bonuses, education assistance, and self-care funds for wellness activities.

Job Specifics: The Launch PAD program is a five-year grant from 10/1/24 through 9/30/29, designed to improve community knowledge around mental health and support positive development of youth ages 0-8. The Community Partner will implement the Family Check Up Online model, ensuring fidelity to this evidence-based practice, and connect families with resources and referrals. Responsibilities include initiating and maintaining contact/support with families through video calls, telephone calls, and home visits, providing coaching, skill building, hope, and connections. The role involves attending community events, presenting information about Family Check-Up Online, and sharing resources. Training will be provided upon hire.

Education/Experience: A high school diploma or equivalent is required; a Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field is preferred. Bilingual ability is preferred. A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in education, healthcare, or human services is required, with at least one (1) year in providing services to children aged 0-8 and their families. Experience in customer service, education, training, community outreach, or home visiting is preferred; coaching experience and community resource connection experience are also preferred. Lived experience as a caretaker for a child 0-8 is a plus. Proficiency in computer use, including navigating web-based applications on various devices, troubleshooting technical issues, and assisting families with digital resources, is essential. A valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation are required.

Qualifications

Skills

Behaviors

Motivations

Education

Required

High School diploma or equivalent.

Preferred

Bachelor’s degree or higher.

Experience

Preferred

Minimum 5 years in education, healthcare, or human services; minimum 1 year providing services to children aged 0-8 and their families; experience in community outreach, home visiting, coaching, and community resource connections is preferred.

Licenses & Certifications

Must have a valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation.

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