Temp. Bilingual Family Support & Connections Advocate

Job Type

Temporary

Description

Make a meaningful impact, one family at a time! Join the Family Support & Connections team and help families build brighter futures through compassionate, in-home case management. If you're passionate about empowering families and thrive in a supportive, service-driven environment, this is your opportunity to make a difference in your community. Come work for one of Oregon's Best 100 Nonprofits!

Planned duration: Through August 14th - Subject to change based on program needs.

Location: Bend

Compensation: $27.71/hour

Hours: Temporary - planned for 30hrs/week - Subject to change based on program needs.

Benefits: Accrued sick time, Employee Assistance Program, self-funded retirement options

Neighbor Impact Housing Program Overview

Neighbor Impact's Housing program helps Central Oregon residents by offering a wide range of services to support individuals and families in Central Oregon who are experiencing housing instability or seeking to improve their housing situation.

We value the respect and dignity of all. We aim to create a space that is physically and emotionally safe for all, regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

Overview of Key Duties and Responsibilities:

The Family Support & Connections (FS&C) program offers tailored in-home case management services designed to promote client self-sufficiency and facilitate access to resources that support individualized goals.

This temporary position is responsible for conducting screening, intake, and assessment with prospective clients in a compassionate and professional manner to determine eligibility for program participation, working collaboratively with Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS). The role focuses on assisting families as they develop and pursue strength-based objectives. Referring clients to relevant community partner agencies and service providers for children and family programs is a key aspect of this position's responsibilities.

This position requires prompt, accurate record keeping and maintenance.

Requirements

Required

• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is required for reading, writing, and speaking.
• Associate's degree in early childhood development or related field required

In lieu of a degree, 3 years of direct experience in Early Childhood Development, Parent Education, or related services required

• Knowledge of early childhood development required
• Ability to travel throughout the tri-county area regularly, even in inclement weather, using personal vehicle required
• Prior to date of hire and throughout employment:

Valid driver's license

Proof of current auto insurance

Access to reliable transportation required

• Required within 30 days of hire:

Completion of mandatory reporter training, and required to be done once annually

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood development or related field preferred
• Case Management experience preferred

Salary Description

27.71