Fatherhood Training Specialist at SCO Family of Services Jamaica, NY

Fatherhood Training Specialist at SCO Family of Services (Jamaica, NY)

35‑hour work week;
Evening schedule (11 am to 7 pm).

• Reports directly to Senior Program Coordinator.
• Able to facilitate group sessions at our 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 database of sessions and participant attendance.
• Enter attendance and session data into DOC system.
• Collaborate with the Family Development Coach, Young Adult Workforce program leadership, and other related personnel to provide comprehensive services.
• Ensure the integrity of the program, communicating with the 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 the constraints of facility guidelines, including lockdowns and personal screenings.
• Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills required. Bi‑lingual a plus.
• Flexibility and dependability.

• Good organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to work independently and under pressure.
• High levels of drive, determination, and commitment.
• Excellent teamwork skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and capacity to work with a wide range of people.
• Ability to act on own initiative and constantly strive to deliver excellence and creativity in your work.
• Ability to deal with complex issues and communicate them to management and staff members.
• Ability to prioritize urgent issues while achieving outcomes by agreed deadlines.