Fatherhood Training Specialist - Yawp

FATHERHOOD TRAINING SPECIALIST - YAWP at SCO Family of Services. Reports to Senior Program Coordinator. 35-Hour work week;
Evening schedule (11 am to 7 pm).

• Facilitate group sessions at a secure detention facility 5 days a week.
• Assist in recruitment efforts for program participation.
• Facilitate workshops and instruction of Pro Fathering
  15 curriculum and related activities to pre-release participants on Riker’s Island (Department of Correction).
• Research and curate relevant and up-to-date materials for sessions as needed.
• Provide a minimum of two (2) support groups per week, including input and assistance from Peer Mentors.
• Maintain accurate documentation and a database of sessions and participant attendance.
• Enter attendance and session data into the DOC system.
• Collaborate with the Family Development Coach, Young Adult Workforce program leadership, and other related personnel to provide comprehensive services.
• Ensure program integrity by communicating with Department of Youth & Community Development (DYCD) and the Department of Corrections (DOC) on jail and community-based program progress.
• Perform other duties as assigned. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities.

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent;
  Associate’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Criminal Justice or a related field, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of community resources and challenges facing formerly incarcerated individuals.
• Ability to obtain Department of Corrections clearance and work within facility guidelines, including lockdowns and personal screenings (subject to DOC discretion).
• Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Good verbal and written communication skills; bilingual a plus.
• Flexibility and dependability.

• Good organizational and time-management skills; ability to work independently and under pressure.
• High levels of drive, determination, and commitment.
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration abilities.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to work with a wide range of people.
• Ability to take initiative and deliver excellence and creativity in your work.
• Ability to handle complex issues and communicate them to management and staff.
• Ability to prioritize urgent issues while meeting deadlines.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Human Resources
• Industries:
  Individual and Family Services