FATHERHOOD TRAINING SPECIALIST - YAWP

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reports directly to Senior Program Coordinator.
• Able to facilitate groups sessions at our secure detention facility 5 days a week.
• Assist in recruitment efforts for program participation.
• Facilitate workshops and instruction of ProFathering15 curriculum and related activities to pre-release participants on Riker’s Island (Department of Correction).
• Research and curation of 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.
• 35-Hour work week; Evening schedule (11 am to 7 pm)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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 lock downs and personal screenings, this can be changed at the discretion of the Department of Correction.
• Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills required. Bi-Lingual a plus.
• Flexibility and dependability.

SKILLS:

• 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 a capacity to work with a wide range of people.
• Ability to act under 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 whilst achieving outcomes to agreed deadlines.