Outreach Lead and Assistant Liaison

About This Role

The Town of Vernon in Vernon, CT is hiring an Outreach Lead and Assistant Liaison to support daily operations at an early childhood education center. This position offers $300 – $400/Wk and requires relevant professional experience.

Main Responsibilities

• Furnish leadership, support, and guidance to Parent Ambassadors.
• Participate in and facilitate PA participation in required training and professional development opportunities. Conduct outreach in neighborhoods and assist PA's in raising up parent voice.
• Attend community events and assist PA's in dividing and conquering the numerous opportunities Vernon offers to meet, greet, and engage families. Assist in connecting families to community resources and supports. Track and record communications and connections with parents. Assist PA's in doing the same.
• Visit ESCT Programs, conducting on-site monitoring (at least twice a year). Complete reporting, including Program Status Reports, Program Summary Reports, and Desk Audits. Monitor each site's OEC Registry and ECE Reporter for accuracy and compliance. Provide TA and coaching as needed.

Anticipated Outcomes

• Be knowledgeable about programs and services in Vernon available to families.
• Become familiar with the OEC website and all OEC resources and services for families.
• Become acquainted with 211 online and how to utilize 211 to assist families in need, as well as support other community providers in meeting children and family needs.
• Provide the community with information on VUCF and the program's desire to engage families and support shared leadership with families to improve access, quality, and services for children in Vernon.
• Be a visible presence in the community! Attend parks, Rails to Trails, Pediatrician offices, School events, Community events - always have resources at your fingertips.
• Attend all LGP meetings and other meetings designated by Liaison.

Requirements

• This position necessitates strong interpersonal skills. Coursework in a related field like early childhood, social work, public health, or community development is desired along with 1-2 years of experience in outreach.
• Skills:
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work with diverse populations
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport and trust with diverse populations
  • Organizational skills including the ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and maintain records
  • Problem-solving skills needed to identify and address the needs of individuals and the community
  • Cultural Sensitivity when working with diverse populations
  • Computer skills necessary to complete surveys, reports, create and send emails, take online training, access online resources
  • Familiarity with Vernon. Knowledge of local community resources and social service systems needed for connecting individuals with the appropriate support
  • Ability to work independently

Nice to Have

• Leadership Ability: The ability to lead and manage a team
• Collaboration: The ability to work collaboratively with other departments and teams
• Budgeting: The ability to manage budgets and make financial decisions

Additional Desirable Skills

• Leadership Ability: The ability to lead and manage a team
• Collaboration: The ability to work collaboratively with other departments and teams
• Budgeting: The ability to manage budgets and make financial decisions

Qualifications

• This position necessitates strong interpersonal skills. Coursework in a related field like early childhood, social work, public health, or community development is desired along with 1-2 years of experience in outreach.

Skills

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work with diverse populations
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport and trust with diverse populations
• Organizational skills including the ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and maintain records
• Problem-solving skills needed to identify and address the needs of individuals and the community
• Cultural Sensitivity when working with diverse populations
• Computer skills necessary to complete surveys, reports, create and send emails, take online training, access online resources
• Familiarity with Vernon. Knowledge of local community resources and social service systems needed for connecting individuals with the appropriate support
• Ability to work independently

Common Questions

• What is the education required for this position?
• This position requires at least an associate degree.
• What does this position pay?
• This Outreach Lead and Assistant Liaison role pays $300 to $400/Week.
• Is this full-time or part-time?
• This job is Part Time.
• Where is Town of Vernon located?
• Town of Vernon is located at 30 Park Place, Vernon, CT.