- Are you Hmong living in the Sacramento area?
- Do you want to improve services for Hmong children and families with IDD?
Hlub Hmong Center is working with parents and caregivers of children with IDD for a new program. The program provides a Hmong Parent Support Group, works with Regional Centers to improve access to services, and coordinates a Learning Community where parents and providers can learn and help each other.
Our staff and parents are hiring a Program Coordinator to help Hmong families.
Responsibilities. The Program Coordinator supports parents and staff by:
1) Organizing documents, schedules, and materials
2) Helping to plan and implement social and educational events
3) Recruiting and raising awareness for the program
4) Helping collect data and evaluate the program
5) Helping with other duties as needed for a successful program
The best candidate is committed to improving the quality of life for Hmong children with IDD and their families, has excellent project management and communication skills, and works well independently.
- Most of the work takes place in Sacramento (with occasional trips to Stockton and Merced)
- You work from your home, and drive to meetings and events 4 to 6 times per month
- Depending on your skills and interests, you can work as a part-time employee or as an independent contractor
- The project requires between 10 and 30 hours per week, usually during daytime hours, with some evenings and weekends to reach parents and caregivers
- Pay is $25 - $35 per hour, based on skills and experience
Requirements
- At least one year of experience caring for a child with IDD. This can be as a relative, a volunteer, or as part of a job.
- Fluent in speaking, reading, and writing in Hmong
- Experience with office or project management, computer and technology skills (web, apps), and organizing and implementing small group activities and events. This can be in work, volunteering, or family life.
- Strong ability to work independently and complete work on time.
- Strong communication skills, especially within the Hmong community (e.g., families, clan leaders, Hmong cultural leaders)
- Must be eligible to be employed in the United States
- Must be able to complete a background check, which may include criminal history, driving records, drug testing, credit history, employment and education verification, and professional license verification
- Ability to work a flexible schedule to serve parents. Most parent support occurs in the afternoons, evenings, and weekends.
- Must have own reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and auto insurance to complete duties as needed
To Apply
Please email these items to [email protected]. You may also email a link to an online folder containing these items.
1) A brief cover letter describing why working in this position matters to you.
2) The name, email, and phone number of three people who can talk about your strengths. If you can, include people who can speak to your strengths in serving the Hmong community, children with IDD, and their families. These individuals may not be traditional employers but might be leaders in community-based organizations and grassroots work.
3) Please send a resume. Please prepare and tailor your resume for this position. Your volunteer and life experiences matter, especially in working with our Hmong community and children with IDD in the Sacramento area.
4) A short phone video (approximately 2 minutes) of you answering the question:
What would you love to do to improve the lives of Hmong children with IDD and their families?
Please answer this question in both English and Hmong in separate videos.
Please note that all applicant materials are considered private and confidential and are used only by our team for candidate review and selection. Questions? Contact us at 209-769-3231 or [email protected]. Ask for Sia or Steve.
Hlub Hmong Center is an initiative of Community Initiatives for Collective Impact (Ci4Ci, EIN 82-2822850). Ci4Ci is a nonprofit committed to a diverse workforce and affirmative action and is an equal opportunity employer.
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to complete a background check, which may include criminal history, driving records, drug testing, credit history, employment and education verification, and professional license verification?
Experience:
- of hands-on experience caring for a child with IDD: 2 years (Required)
- strong office or project management: 2 years (Required)
Language:
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Sacramento, CA 95827 (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sacramento, CA 95827
