Friends of the Children

The Part-time Family Engagement Assistant supports day-to-day functions of our program. This position will work closely with the Program Leadership to support the organization through a variety of administrative functions for approximately 15 hours per week.  The right candidate will excel at working as part of a small team, while effectively managing multiple administrative projects and tasks and providing empathetic and strengths-based support to families facing multiple barriers. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Work closely with the 2Gen Program Manager to ensure caregiver outcomes are achieved  
• Develop trusting, supportive relationships with families and caregivers of our program youth 
• Work collaboratively with program staff and our families to identify gaps in services experienced by our kids and families  
• Research appropriate local resources to fill service gaps 
• Collaborate with programming team to ensure quality, seamless service delivery to families including resource referral, parent-skill-building, developing positive social networks and crisis intervention supports as needed 
• In collaboration with Program Leadership organize events (scheduling, coordinating with hosts/caterer, preparation of materials, registrations and other projects) including but not limited to:  
  • quarterly caregiver cafes  
  • biannual caregiver panel meetings 
  • biannual caregiver and family engagement events 
  • annual alumni event 
• Work closely with the Program Director to author and distribute family newsletter and other communication materials 
• Work with development and program staff to coordinate back-to-school supplies, holiday gift campaigns, enrichment experiences, and other in-kind donations for the children in our program and their siblings 
• Solicit, obtain and document feedback from caregivers on monthly basis 
• Solicit, obtain and document feedback from alumni upon exit and annually 
• Food and program supply purchases and errand running as needed 
• Active participation in staff meetings and events, as required 
• Assistance with surveys and data collection 

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

• Understand family and social service resources available in the Klamath Basin 
• Experience working with children and families 
• Exceptional interpersonal communication skills 
• Experience working with diverse constituencies  
• Excellent written communication skills and attention to detail and accuracy 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite  
• Highly organized and dependable; ability to work independently and maintain composure under pressure 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, use good judgment and follow procedures 
• Ability to travel locally and adapt schedule to meet the organization’s needs 
• Familiarity with nonprofit organizations 
• Basic knowledge of event planning  
• Database experience preferred 

ADDITIONAL JOB REQUIREMENTS 

• Must pass pre-employment drug screening   
• Must pass fingerprint and background checks   
• All Friends employees are mandated reporters and are legally required to ensure a report is made when abuse is observed or suspected 
• Be willing to work flexible and non-traditional hours regularly to suit family and programmatic needs 
• Participate in Friends of the Children training 
• Communicate effectively and appropriately in all directions regarding organizational issues, concerns, policies, and procedures.  
• Raise and resolve issues appropriately 
• The Family Engagement Assistant must provide their own child-safe vehicle and insurance; we reimburse for mileage 

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To know more about Friends of the Children go to: friendsklamath.org