Description

Full-Time, Non-Union, Non-Exempt Position

$20.00 per hour, 40 hours per week

Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

BASIC FUNCTION OF FATHERHOOD COORDINATOR:

To recruit fathers/non-custodial fathers and provide support to them in building healthy relationships with their families and achieving their goals for economic independence. Increase in awareness of how substance misuse impacts fathers and families. Partner with mental health and addiction service organizations to implement evidence-based prevention strategies that can benefit fathers and their families.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF FATHERHOOD COORDINATOR:

• Engage in recruitment and outreach activities to engage fathers in the program
• Outline program activities and enroll fathers into program
• Maintain relationships with Early Childhood program to support recruitment efforts and engage with custodial parent
• Implement a process which assists fathers in assessing their needs and strengths
• Coordinate program services for which fathers may be eligible including mental health and additional services
• Build and maintain caseload to meet funding requirements.
• Facilitation of weekly workshops designed to strengthen the fathers relationships with their family
• Weekly case conference meetings with participants and other providers working with the identified fathers to address barriers and monitor progress of agreed up on goals
• Meet with program evaluator to discuss program outcomes and learning objectives
• Support the empowerment of fathers to be their own advocates with educational institutions, social service agencies and the business community
• Utilize program database to track customer progress and provide updated reports to Director of Fatherhood Program
• In-town travel to court/community partners as needed
• Weekly meetings with Director of Fatherhood program to discuss program activities and caseload
• Coordinate with DMHAS for technical assistance through (TTASC) Training and technical assistance service center

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS OF FATHERHOOD COORDINATOR:

Education:

Associates Degree in Human Services or related field. Similar combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience:

(Associate's) 2 to 4 years of social services and/or working with families to strengthen relationships and resolve conflicts. Experience working with individuals with substance misuse problems and related harmful behaviors a plus.

Job Skills:

• Strong Written and Oral Communication skills
• Conflict Resolution/Mediation
• Strong Computer Skills including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access
• Knowledge of mental health and addiction service organizations including other social services available in the community
• Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus

Licenses /certifications:

CT Drivers License and access to privately maintained vehicle

EOE AA M/F/Vets/Disability

Benefits Include:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Vacation Time
• Personal Time
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay

New Opportunities' mission is to improve the quality of life for economically disadvantaged individuals by providing the necessary resources to increase their standard of living, foster self-improvement, and maximize self-empowerment.

New Opportunities Inc. is the community action agency that serves Waterbury, Meriden, Torrington and 27 surrounding Connecticut towns. We offer a variety of social service programs designed to eliminate poverty and assist people in need.

Headquartered in Waterbury and the cities fourth largest employer, New Opportunities has additional offices in Meriden, Torrington, Danbury and Thomaston for the convenience of those they serve. Annually, more than 61,000 individuals benefit from programs offered at this agency, guided by the New Opportunities staff who helped them find the way to meet their needs.

In accordance with the mission of New Opportunities, the Agency aims to increase the self-sufficiency of its customers and support their move out of poverty toward a more middle-class lifestyle.

In 1964, the Agency incorporated as a private non-profit corporation in the State of Connecticut and is a tax-exempt 501 (c) (3) organization. With an annual budget for 2014 in excess of $41 million dollars, New Opportunities administers more than 50 social service programs targeted to the low-income, elderly and disabled communities.

While the range of programs is broad, they fall into one or more of the following categories:

• Energy Assistance and Weatherization
• AIDS / HIV Prevention
• Fatherhood Initiative
• Employment Education and Training
• Child Welfare and Family Development Services
• Early Childhood Education Programs
• Elderly Services
• Homeless Shelter and Transitional Housing
• Ex-Offender Programs and Re-entry Services