Family Partner Job at Family Success Center - Meadowlands Area YMCA

Family Success Center - Meadowlands Area YMCA Little Ferry, NJ 07643

The FSC is seeking a qualified leader who has excellent networking and communication skills to establish partnerships in the community to address family needs in the Moonachie / Little Ferry, NJ area. This person must be able to plan and facilitate workshops and events, and be comfortable working with individuals and families.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Associate Degree or 60+ credits from an accredited institution of higher learning. Additional education and related experience are preferred.
  • Ability to engage multi-cultural families in a community setting and assess individual and family dynamics.
  • Ability to establish and maintain productive communication and working relationships with families, co-workers, and community members to provide quality, client-centered services.
  • Experience with computers, especially Microsoft Office Suite (Windows environment).
  • Valid New Jersey driver's license and a safe driving record.
  • One to three (1-3) years of experience delivering family support services preferred.
  • These positions require flexibility in scheduling and hours of availability based on Center needs. The FSC is open six days per week, requiring the Family Partners to be available on some weekends and evenings.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:* Provide families with in-depth information about the service programs available. * Assist families with making appointments and navigating the social service system, and by providing initial introductions to providers, as needed.
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  • Incorporate and implement the Principles of Family Support and the Protective Factors into all aspects of work.
  • Advocate for/with families, as needed.
  • Increase the family’s ability to problem-solve and advocate for themselves and their children.
  • Assist families with complex issues.
  • Utilize the linkages, partnerships and affiliations with providers in the community to facilitate successful outcomes.
  • Recognize, document, and alert the FSC Director of trends so that the Parent Advisory Council can be notified and take appropriate action.
  • Participate and assist in coordination of Center activities and events.
  • Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Little Ferry, NJ 07643: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Language:

  • Bilingual (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)

Willingness to travel:

  • 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: One location




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