Fatherhood Educator - Wellington & Belle Glade Locations

Job Description

Job Description

BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF PALM BEACH COUNTY JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title : Fatherhood Educator

Department : Programming

Supervisor : Fatherhood Mentoring Program Manager

Exempt / Non-Exempt : Non - Exempt

Primary Function :

The Fatherhood Educator will be responsible for supporting the delivery of Project FACT (Fathers and Children Together), which includes delivering three different evidence-based curricula for three target audiences : fathers and / or father figures, BGCPBC male club members, and fathers and their children.

Evidence-based curriculums will be taught in both the Club and school settings. The Fatherhood Educator will also refer fathers and / or father figures to community resources that will support them in becoming more involved in the lives of their children.

The Fatherhood Educator will assist with the recruitment of the fathers and mentors and attend community events to promote Project FACT Program.

Key Roles (Essential Responsibilities) :

• Facilitate at least two evidence-based curricula to FACT participants and BGC members (must be able to train both adults and children).
• Assess, collect, and report on all assessments required by curricula and / or program.
• Assist Program Manager with monitoring and inputting program data and outcomes.
• Assist Program Manager with all quarterly and yearly grant reports.
• Utilize and maintain the Salesforce Database System to manage all program data
• Market FACT Program with Program Manager and assist with Project FACT webpage, social media, and program materials (brochures, posters, flyers, and collateral).
• Prepare monthly progress reports to be given to the Program Manager / Advisory Committee.
• Assist the Program Manager with securing resources to enhance program delivery.
• Communicate with program staff when necessary to carry out essential functions.
• Attend / participate in ongoing trainings for self-development and to improve service delivery.
• Abide by and enforce Boys & Girls Club rules and program guidelines.
• Participate in staff meetings, as required.

Relationships :

• Internal : Maintain close, daily contact with staff and supervisor to receive / provide information and discuss issues.
• E xternal : Maintain contact and build relationships with community groups, schools external staff and volunteers, mentors, donors and others to recruit or to assist in resolving challenges.

Support Project FACT Manager in recruiting fathers.

Skills & Knowledge Required :

• BA degree preferred or minimum of five (5) years’ work experience in social work, education, youth development.
• Strong teaching skills and experience with facilitating evidenced-based curricula with fidelity.
• Experience with working with youth from under-resourced areas.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Highly motivated team player with ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships within the organization and community.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Able to plan, schedule, organize, and follow up on tasks related to the job to achieve goals within or ahead of established time frames.
• Proficient level of knowledge of Microsoft Office and / or relevant position software programs.
• A strong personal commitment to BGCPBC’s mission and vison.
• Valid Florida driver’s license with safe driving record.
• Ability to work some weekend and evening hours. Work hours are defined by program needs.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance;

stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear

• Occasionally required to sit
• Ability to lift and / or move up to 25 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Moderate noise level
• Ability to speak, listen or hear the telephone, use calculator, computer, copier, and fax machine
• Ability to operate a large vehicle and obtain a CDL desired but not required

Company Description

Founded in 1971, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County is a not-for profit youth development organization dedicated to promoting the educational, vocational, health leadership and character of boys and girls in a safe, nurturing environment.

The Clubs provide more than a safe, fun and constructive alternative to being home alone -they offer a variety of award-winning developmental programs to help youth build skills, self-esteem and values during critical periods of growth.

The twenty Boys & Girls Clubs throughout Palm Beach County serve more than 10,000 children ages 6-18. The mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County is to inspire and assist all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens.

Company Description

Founded in 1971, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County is a not-for profit youth development organization dedicated to promoting the educational, vocational, health leadership and character of boys and girls in a safe, nurturing environment.

The Clubs provide more than a safe, fun and constructive alternative to being home alone -they offer a variety of award-winning developmental programs to help youth build skills, self-esteem and values during critical periods of growth.

The twenty Boys & Girls Clubs throughout Palm Beach County serve more than 10,000 children ages 6-18. The mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County is to inspire and assist all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens.