Parents as Teachers Program Manager

The Parents as Teachers (PAT) Program Manager provides leadership and oversight for the Parents as Teachers program within the ARCH Collaborative, ensuring the successful implementation of this evidence-based model. This role focuses on direct supervision, coaching, and reflective supervision sessions for Parent Educators. The PAT Program Manager ensures program fidelity and compliance with Parents as Teachers National Center standards, funder requirements, and agency policies, while guiding continuous quality improvement and professional development initiatives. In addition to administrative oversight, this position facilitates group discussions and parent support groups, promoting positive parenting practices and early childhood development. The Program Manager will collaborate closely with the Enhanced Care Management (ECM) team and other agency programs to ensure holistic, coordinated services for families. The ideal candidate is a compassionate and organized leader who excels in mentorship, relationship-building, and advancing equitable, family-centered practices.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide direct supervision, coaching, and reflective supervision sessions for Parent Educators.
• Oversee case assignments, home visit schedules, and service delivery to ensure equitable workloads and consistency with the PAT model.
• Monitor program fidelity and compliance with Parents as Teachers National Center standards, funder requirements, and internal policies.
• Review and approve staff documentation, ensuring accuracy and timely entry into the data management system.
• Facilitate staff onboarding, ongoing training, and professional development opportunities to maintain up-to-date knowledge of the PAT model and evidence-based practices.
• Support Parent Educators in problem-solving family needs, crises, or barriers with a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach.
• Lead program evaluation and continuous quality improvement efforts, using data to guide practice and report on outcomes.
• Maintain regular communication with the Parents as Teachers National Center, funders, and community partners to coordinate services and sustain strong collaborative relationships.
• Represent the program at meetings and in the community, promoting program goals and outcomes.
• Meet with Program Supervisor weekly to ensure that goals are being met and challenges are communicated
• Conduct parenting workshops and other educational sessions on a multitude of topics.
• Partner with families to improve well-being, reflect on parenting styles, and facilitate discussions to promote healthy development.
• Develop and distribute educational materials on child development and parenting strategies.
• Facilitate group discussions and support groups for parents.
• Prepare and conduct monthly or bi-monthly home visits, including visits to vulnerable populations.
• Conduct screenings and assessments for parents and children.
• Plan, provide, and document personal visits focused on parent-child interaction, development-centered parenting, and family well-being.
• Use the PAT Foundational curriculum to share research-based information with families.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of all required documentation to comply with program policies and regulatory requirements.
• Create and maintain a supportive environment for family involvement in students' education.
• Work collaboratively with schools and community-based organizations to create programming or co-facilitate groups or programs.
• Assist with flyers and other marketing material to increase outreach to parents and families
• Work collaboratively with Enhanced Care Management (ECM) Supervisor and ECM Case managers to effectively serve families throughout Shasta County.
• Provide Crisis Hotline coverage (may include nights, evenings and weekends).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to conduct educational sessions and workshops effectively.
• Strong assessment skills for evaluating family needs.
• Capability to develop and distribute relevant educational materials.
• Facilitation skills for group discussions and support groups.
• Ability to engage and support vulnerable populations.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build partnerships with families.
• Deep understanding of trauma-informed care principles and best practices in supporting survivors of violence
• Experience working with culturally diverse populations and a desire to implement best practice in addressing their needs to bring about equitable outcomes. Respect for other’s experiences, opinions, language, culture, and knowledge
• Event planning skills for family-related activities and connections.
• Proficient in conducting developmental screenings and assessments.
• Knowledge of research-based parenting strategies and curriculum.
• Ability to maintain accurate documentation and meet program requirements.
• Skills in fostering family involvement in educational settings.

Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in early childhood education, social work, counseling, psychology or related field. BBS Registration number preferred.
• Experience working with parents and young children.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of child development, parenting techniques, and special education policies and practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience working with families and students from diverse backgrounds.
• Expertise in providing Parent Education Materials structure.
• Proven experience organizing workshops and other events.
• Experience with Community Supports Program preferred

Physical Requirements:

• The role may require long periods of sitting during meetings or standing to facilitate group discussions or presentations both onsite and in the community.
• May occasionally need to lift and transport program materials, files, or equipment for meetings and events (typically up to 25 pounds).
• Ability to move between different locations for meetings, workshops, and client interactions. This may include walking to various areas within the office or other facilities.
• The role requires clear communication with clients and team members, which may include the use of video conferencing or in-person discussions. Visual acuity for reviewing documents and monitoring group dynamics is required.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) package
• Prestige Urgent Care Membership
• Paid Time Off