Educator - Refugee School Impact Program

2 weeks ago

Austin, United States Catholic Charities of Central Texas Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

JOB SUMMARY

The Refugee School Impact Program- Educator will serve as the primary facilitator for the pregnancy & parenting classes for the Refugee School Impact Program. The Educator will also lead in the planning, development and implementation of the Refugee School Impact Program class schedules and class curriculum ensuring the educational component of the program supports pregnancy and parenting conditions. The position is formally supervised by the Program Manager and Lead Parent School Coordinator and operates under moderate supervision with some latitude for the use of independent judgment and initiative.

MINISTERIAL CHARACTER

Catholic Charities is a religious organization founded by the Catholic Diocese of Austin to provide direct social services to those in need. Catholic Charities helps the Bishop of Austin fulfill Christ’s mission in Central Texas. Positions at Catholic Charities of Central Texas help to extend the ministry of the Catholic Church in particular ways. Therefore, the Catholic Charities of Central Texas employee in this position is related to and assists the Catholic Church in the performance of its ministry and thereby engages in ministry for the church.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES

  • As an integral part of your ministry for the Church as carried out in this position, support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic ministry and the mission of the Diocese of Austin in both your professional and personal life.
  • Act as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church.
  • Continuously grow in your ministry by participating in religious ceremonies, training sessions, and reflection activities as directed.
  • Facilitate all virtual and in person classes for all clients in the Refugee School Impact Program.
  • Responsible for implementing all class/classroom and online practices – curriculum, lesson plans, monthly schedules, reports, and educational needs to assure adherence to program scope and policies.
  • Assist in Identifying and prioritizing educational materials, and equipment needed in program and coordinate with Program Manager in making purchases.
  • Assist and provide guidance to program volunteers and staff members in the pregnancy and parenting curriculum.
  • Provide mentoring, education, and resource development as needed.
  • Complete all necessary documentation, database entry and invoicing to ensure compliance with funding requirements, license requirements, best practice standards, and agency quality assurance standards.
  • Serve as curriculum expert and stay abreast of new curriculum content as well as new features of online platform.
  • Develop and maintain a strong knowledge base of Catholic Charities programming and community resources.
  • Assist the Program Manager and Lead Parent School Coordinator to identify and implement actions to improve program effectiveness as necessary.
  • Prepare and submit all required reports and paperwork in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Participate as an active team member of Catholic Charities.
  • Maintain a work schedule that maximizes availability to staff and clients.


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Knowledge and understanding of parenting and pregnancy education and services available for individuals expecting a child or with a child.
  • Skill in cultural sensitivity and awareness.
  • Ability to proficiently communicate in English and Spanish (conversing, writing, and reading).
  • Ability to work effectively with diverse populations, including low-income persons and other disadvantaged persons.
  • Ability to work independently and with a minimum of supervision.
  • Ability to conformably work in a faith-based environment.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
  • Ability to operate various word processing software, spreadsheets, and database programs.
  • Ability to operate online teaching platform and instruct using zoom platform.
  • Ability to organize, prioritize, and utilize effective time management techniques to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to follow instructions furnished in verbal or written format.
  • Ability to create and foster an environment consistent with agency culture, mission, vision, and values.
  • Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with all segments of the community (parishes, priests, religious, laity, Catholic ministries, civic leaders and community agencies).
  • Ability to provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers and work effectively with others.
  • Ability to travel throughout a 25-county service region as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Training:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited American university or equivalent in a foreign country.

Experience:

  • Years of experience may be substituted for the educational requirement at a ratio of two (2) years of full-time wage-earning experience equals one (1) year of education, with a substitution of eight (8) years’ experience equals a bachelor’s degree.

Licenses/Certifications:

  • Valid Texas driver’s license.
  • Must maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout the employment period.

Preferred Qualifications:

Language Requirement

  • Bilingual English and Spanish (conversing, writing, and reading).

BUSINESS HOURS AND LOCATION

Regular office hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. This position requires working evenings and weekends conducting classes. This position works at 1625 Rutherford Lane Austin, TX 78754.


WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Catholic Charities is an at-will employer.
  • All buildings and vehicles owned by Catholic Charities of Central Texas are tobacco free.
  • Working in a fast-paced environment with priorities and plans that may change rapidly.
  • Will be exposed to religious ceremonies, conduct and speech, including Catholic Christian prayer and liturgical celebrations.
  • Will be required to adhere to established dress codes and conduct standards.
  • Working on weekends, evenings and some holidays is required.
  • May be required to use personal or agency vehicles to drive to off-site locations through a 25-county region.
  • Traveling within and outside the 25-county service region for meetings and other events may be required, and travel may include overnight lodging.
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