We are seeking a Full Time Youth and Family Services Coordinator for multiple locations in Lincoln County. A reliable vehicle and drivers license are required for this position.
This position facilitates the Healthy Homes Resident Services program for low-income households that includes a variety of on-site activities that may include afterschool programs, recreational activities, health and nutrition resources, computer classes, social events, and financial supports to improve quality of life and build household stability and resiliency. Bilingual candidates fluent in Spanish are encouraged to apply and receive a bilingual incentive.
As a Youth and Family Services Coordinator, you are a key team member of a statewide network of services providers who provide programs that enrich the lives of low-income children, families, seniors, and people with disabilities. An ideal candidate for this position would be a self-starter who is outgoing, enthusiastic, well organized, able to multi-task, thrives in an independent environment, and has a heart for their community.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Work cooperatively with multiple agencies to connect households to services including rental and utility assistance, workforce training, domestic violence support, and wellness resources.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with resident services coordinators, property managers and management companies to support housing stability.
- Assist in the development and implementation of individual goals and objectives to attain stability, housing and ultimately maintain self- sufficiency.
- Address barriers to individual goals and objectives including (but not limited to) - physical and mental health, past financial and rental history, substance use, income development, tenant education, socialization, substance abuse, and basic needs.
- Conduct regular and consistent check-ins with households throughout the month as needed.
- Host a community building events throughout the year to help to build cohesion between residents.
- Enlist residents’ support and participation with program planning and activities and provide a welcoming and inviting atmosphere to all residents.
- Maintain regular office hours and work closely with collaborative partners, staff, and on-site management to schedule and coordinate events.
- Work with residents and staff to find solutions to financial and behavioral problems that if not resolved, would jeopardize the resident’s continued housing.
- Distribute monthly resident newsletters and flyers to promote activities and encourage program participation and updating bulletin boards to display public resources and useful resident information.
- Complete tracking and reporting for all programs to capture an accurate record of participation.
- Maintain knowledge of Oregon Fair Housing laws and industry standards of confidentiality. Utilize this knowledge in daily practice.
- Communicate professionally and effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
Qualification Requirements
- Personal commitment and dedication to the Cornerstone mission, community service, and serving the needs of the resident population.
- Self-motivated, highly organized, and ability to prioritize work assignments and handle concurrent deadlines.
- Experience and/or background working with low‐income individuals, seniors, people with disabilities and/or behavioral health challenges and needs.
Physical Demands
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, talk and listen and must regularly stand and walk
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include:
- Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
- Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
- Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
- Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
- Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
- The employee must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, similar to that of a busy office.
Education and/or Experience
- Associates degree or 1-2 years similar job experience.
- Certified Peer Support Specialists are encouraged to apply.
- Additional compensation for applicants who are bilingual and/or fluent in other languages.
- Experience working with school age children, knowledge of child development, ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with children and plan age-appropriate activities
- Excellent interpersonal skills including ability to work effectively with people of diverse ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds.
Competencies
· Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
· Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment.
· Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
· Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values.
· Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Develops realistic action plans.
· Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
· Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
· Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Newport, OR 97365 (Required)
Work Location: In person
