Parent Family Community Engagement Specialist

4 days ago


Decatur, Illinois, United States YMCA Of Metro Atlanta Full time
Job Title: Parent Family Community Engagement Specialist

The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Parent Family Community Engagement Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our organization, you will play a vital role in implementing the Family and Community Engagement service area, ensuring compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and the Parent, Family and Community Engagement Framework.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Advocate and collaborate with families and social service agencies to provide advocacy related to community issues that affect families' well-being.
  • Monitor the implementation of PFCE activities to ensure program compliance, including identifying family needs, establishing Family Partnership Agreements, and providing resource development and referrals.
  • Coordinate the implementation and monitoring of Parent Engagement events, resources, and information, in collaboration with Center Leadership.
  • Develop and maintain ongoing professional relationships with community providers and partners to facilitate parent and/or staff trainings around PRCE topics.
  • Actively seek new opportunities for collaboration, donations, and community-based resources and information.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in social work and 3+ years of experience working in a social, human, or family services environment.
  • Strong conflict resolution, listening, communication, and group facilitation skills.
  • Proficient in knowledge of social work principles, referral systems, family support, and community advocacy.
Ergonomics:

Sitting, bending, stooping, standing, 15% repetitive keyboard work, seeing, verbal communications, lift to 25 pounds.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta offers excellent benefits and career opportunities as part of our culture of excellence. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.



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