Family Partner (Part-time)

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Incorporates and implements the Principles of Family Support and the Protective Factors into all aspects of work.
• Performs FSC model’s essential functions and follows the model’s guiding principles.
• Welcome and engage families in accordance with FSC’s Welcoming Procedures.
• Understand the service delivery systems that impact families and advocate for/with families, as needed.
• Create and maintain a clean, warm, and welcoming environment which encourages families to engage in Center activities and services.
• Keeps abreast of services and resources available to families, especially in the areas of: health, parent education, employment opportunities, training, and housing.
• Provide families with in-depth information about the service programs available through the county, state, and other entities.
• Aid families in developing their own support network on behalf of their family needs.
• Aid families with making appointments and navigating the social service system, and by providing initial introductions to providers, as needed.
• Participate and assist in the coordination of Center activities and events.
• Lead in the implementation of Center activities and events as assigned by Site Director by facilitating groups, hosting events, running meetings, collaborating with community residents and service providers, shopping for program supplies, etc.
• Ensure excellence in program implementation by analyzing assigned projects, setting goals, developing plans, and utilizing time effectively and efficiently.
• Attend and participate in meetings, related trainings, and workshops on behalf of the Center, as directed.
• Recognize, document, and alert the FSC Site Director of trends to ensure Center programming is responsive to community needs.
• Recognize the strengths, skills, and talents of participants in order to facilitate parent involvement and parent leadership at the Center.
• Aid in community outreach and in the marketing of all FSC projects, activities, and events.
• Meet weekly, or as otherwise determined, with Family Success Center Site Director for supervision.
• Take a proactive role in one’s own professional development as demonstrated by mastering new skills, taking on challenging tasks, and asking for help.

REQUIRED DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must be able to perform work responsibilities in various locations.
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be sensitive, flexible and responsive to gender, race, ethnicity, socio-economic status, religion, age, sexual orientation or any other special needs as reflected in the ability to communicate with staff and/or clients.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and possess basic computer skills.
• Must be available to attend weekend and evening meetings and events as required.
• Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Must possess the time management skills necessary to organize and manage multiple priorities and tasks.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S and New Jersey.
• Must possess the ability to serve as a representative of Prevention Links, upholding agency’s expectation of excellence and collaboration.
• Must maintain an understanding of all programs, grants, and projects offered by Prevention Links.
• Must adhere to Prevention Links administrative, reporting and recordkeeping guidelines to support accurate documentation of activities.
• Must participate in all agency required training.
• Must be able to speak and write English.
• Must be able to speak and write Spanish.
• Must regularly be able to see, speak, and hear.
• Must be able to walk, stand and sit for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds.
• Must possess a valid New Jersey Driver’s License and an independent mode of transportation.
• Must complete all other duties and tasks as requested by the CEO, FSC Division Director, and site director.