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Fatherhood Connector

Agape Child And Family Services • Full-time • Memphis, Tennessee • 2w ago

Job Details

Agape - Central Office - Memphis, TN

Full Time

2 Year Degree

Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

Starting Salary Range: $37,500 - $41,500

Agape has a current opening for a Fatherhood Connector. As a poverty-reduction initiative, Agape, through its place-based strategy, Powerlines Community Network (PCN), implements a Two-Generation paradigm. Fatherhood Connectors will serve as the main contact for fathers, from enrollment through programming, and will provide monthly follow-up for 12 months. This position will conduct intake and enrollment, assist in assessments, and collaborate with fathers to develop an Individual Success Plan. Fatherhood Connectors will identify individual participants' needs and link participants to services not funded by the grant. Fatherhood Connectors will use strength-based case management practices to assist fathers in meeting their identified goals. Fatherhood Connectors will participate in the Fatherhood Mentors Work Group and assist the project supervisor in planning major project events.

Additionally, the Fatherhood Connector should have excellent interpersonal skills and knowledge of family ministry; the Connector should have proven experience and demonstrated success in coaching teams. The Fatherhood Connector needs to have strong organization and time management skills. They must possess the ability to work well independently and as part of a team and work in partnerships and relationships with key community leaders, supporters, and advocates.

Connectors ensure program quality, transparency, and accurate reporting.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Receive training for and facilitate all curriculum used in the Becoming ONE project, including but not limited to Within My Reach, 24/7 Das AM and PM, and On My Shoulders.
Conduct and update individual goals assessments with every participating father to develop an individualized service plan, noting needed, desired, and requested services and resources.
Understands and leads two-generational, family-driven, and strength-based services to families who require particular resources and assistance.
Focus on specific programmatic obligations, goals, and objectives and align with families' voices and choices (social and economic goals).
Arrange, coordinate, and monitor services related to meeting the needs of program participants to ensure stability and individual/family goal attainment as related to:
a. Attendance in the Fatherhood Mentors Work Group, Fatherhood Workshops, and other appropriate events.

b. Delivery of pre- and post-assessments

c. Delivery of identified assessments

d. Dealing with family crises as they arise

e. Identifying additional needs of caseload families and making appropriate internal and external referrals
Coordinate events and activities onsite for program participants to encourage stability and individual/family goal attainment.
Work in partnership with all departments and other agencies involved and through the Becoming ONE project, led by Agape Child & Family Services.
Maintain current and accurate documentation of services provided to fathers based on various requirements and provide necessary data to Agape and partnering agencies, if agreed upon, for input into the appropriate data systems.
Maintain positive and effective relationships and communication with Agape staff.
Serve as an advocate for Agape Child & Family Services and the communities we serve.
Agape is a data-informed agency. The Fatherhood Connector must accurately record data based on program standards and use data for continuous quality improvement.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule, allowing for needed interaction and involvement for this position's tasks, i.e., weekend and evening hours, etc.
Complete internal reports and provide information concerning stability.
Attend and represent Agape in appropriate meetings and training with other agencies.
Attend staff meetings, Multidisciplinary Team Meetings, and other in-service training the agency provides.
Attend regular supervisory and team meetings.
Will perform all other duties within the general scope of this position, as requested by their direct supervisor or other members of Agape Leadership.

Record Keeping:

Maintain accurate and timely reports for case records according to Agape procedures and grant standards through data entry into Agape's preferred data collection system and documentation in all required areas.
Be prompt in initiating and replying to all correspondence and inquiries.
Submit timely reports of all referrals to the Supervisor.
Provide and use all the necessary required data for evaluation purposes.

Professional Responsibilities

Maintain positive and productive relationships with stakeholders (internal and external) and those we serve in the community.
Participate in staff meetings, in-service training, relevant workshops, seminars, and training events as directed and approved by the program leader.
Participate in other Agency functions, i.e., community awareness events, advocacy activities, fundraising events, etc.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer.
Prolonged walking, standing, and climbing stairs within community sites and during community events.
Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at a time.

Qualifications

Associate degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field from an accredited college or university, or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position with at least 2 years of relevant experience. One unit or more of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) is preferred. The ideal candidate must demonstrate the ability to work with a wide range of people and provide culturally competent service delivery. Proven ability to facilitate engaging group instruction. Knowledge about community development and a passion for helping others. Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and demonstrated computer proficiency, including the use of Microsoft Office Suite and other software applications essential to this position. Experience using a case management system to enter case notes, track client information, and monitor performance; specific experience with Penelope is a plus. Should possess outstanding organizational and management skills and have proven ability as a problem solver and self-starter. Understanding of data collection procedures and the aptitude for using data to inform decisions and processes. Must have an automobile available for business use and maintain a current driver's license and current auto insurance with acceptable levels of coverage. Will be required to work a flexible schedule to include evenings and weekends as needed. Candidate must be willing to engage in Agape's Performance Quality and Improvement (also known as Continuous Quality Improvement) standards of quality & excellence.

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