Job Details

The Part-time Family Engagement Assistant supports day-to-day functions of our program. This position will work closely with the Program Leadership to support the organization through a variety of administrative functions for approximately 15 hours per week. The right candidate will excel at working as part of a small team, while effectively managing multiple administrative projects and tasks and providing empathetic and strengths-based support to families facing multiple barriers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Work closely with the 2Gen Program Manager to ensure caregiver outcomes are achieved

* Develop trusting, supportive relationships with families and caregivers of our program youth

* Work collaboratively with program staff and our families to identify gaps in services experienced by our kids and families

* Research appropriate local resources to fill service gaps

* Collaborate with programming team to ensure quality, seamless service delivery to families including resource referral, parent-skill-building, developing positive social networks and crisis intervention supports as needed

* In collaboration with Program Leadership organize events (scheduling, coordinating with hosts/caterer, preparation of materials, registrations and other projects) including but not limited to:

* quarterly caregiver cafes

* biannual caregiver panel meetings

* biannual caregiver and family engagement events

* annual alumni event

* Work closely with the Program Director to author and distribute family newsletter and other communication materials

* Work with development and program staff to coordinate back-to-school supplies, holiday gift campaigns, enrichment experiences, and other in-kind donations for the children in our program and their siblings

* Solicit, obtain and document feedback from caregivers on monthly basis

* Solicit, obtain and document feedback from alumni upon exit and annually

* Food and program supply purchases and errand running as needed

* Active participation in staff meetings and events, as required

* Assistance with surveys and data collection

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES

* Understand family and social service resources available in the Klamath Basin

* Experience working with children and families

* Exceptional interpersonal communication skills

* Experience working with diverse constituencies

* Excellent written communication skills and attention to detail and accuracy

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

* Highly organized and dependable; ability to work independently and maintain composure under pressure

* Ability to maintain confidentiality, use good judgment and follow procedures

* Ability to travel locally and adapt schedule to meet the organization's needs

* Familiarity with nonprofit organizations

* Basic knowledge of event planning

* Database experience preferred

ADDITIONAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

* Must pass pre-employment drug screening

* Must pass fingerprint and background checks

* All Friends employees are mandated reporters and are legally required to ensure a report is made when abuse is observed or suspected

* Be willing to work flexible and non-traditional hours regularly to suit family and programmatic needs

* Participate in Friends of the Children training

* Communicate effectively and appropriately in all directions regarding organizational issues, concerns, policies, and procedures.

* Raise and resolve issues appropriately

* The Family Engagement Assistant must provide their own child-safe vehicle and insurance; we reimburse for mileage

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To know more about Friends of the Children go to: friendsklamath.org