Fatherhood Program Coordinator

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San Bernardino Fatherhood (a.k.a., SB Fatherhood) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Fatherhood Program Coordinator to join our team. The Fatherhood Program Coordinator supports fathers by guiding them in their fatherhood journey through mentorship, education, and resources. Important activities include recruiting and retaining fathers in programs offered by SB Fatherhood; providing case management services; facilitating fatherhood curricula in one-on-one and/or in group settings; and referring fathers and families to community resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate workshops and groups: Lead educational sessions on topics like parenting skills, child development, and positive discipline using established curricula.
• Provide case management: Offer one-on-one support to help fathers with case management needs and develop individual plans.
• Connect to resources: Link fathers to a wide range of community resources, such as housing assistance, food support, employment services, and legal aid.
• Engage with fathers: Actively recruit and engage fathers, including those who may be difficult to reach, to participate in the program.
• Collaborate with other professionals: Work with other professionals, such as social workers, therapists, and family support specialists, to coordinate services for families.
• Maintain records and reports: Keep accurate records of client progress and submit reports on client needs and program outcomes.
• Plan events: Organize events to promote fatherhood initiatives and community engagement.

Educational and Skills/Experience Requirement:

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, health education, public health, or a related field preferred, and must have one (1) year of experience in community outreach and/or working with at-risk fathers/families required.
• Must have three (3) years of experience working with men in social/human services or fatherhood programming, or three (3) years of experience in case management, counseling, or providing direct services to fathers/families, and knowledge of community resources preferred

Specific Skills:

• Family and child health and well-being experience is desirable.
• Program facilitation (i.e., NFI curriculum)
• Parenting strategies
• Case management
• Data collection and input of services
• Strong communication skills
• Empathy and cultural competence
   

Technical Skills:

• Familiarity with virtual meeting platforms (i.e., Zoom, Google Meet, etc.)
   

Licenses and Background Requirements:

• Valid California Driver’s License and proof and maintenance of car insurance are required.
• FBI fingerprints and background check clearances are required.
   

Additional Qualifications:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have the following:
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team.
• Must have the necessary equipment to work remotely.
• Proficient in Google, Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
• Knowledge of local community and community resources strongly preferred.
   

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee/incumbent for this position. The employee/incumbent will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties required by the Executive Director of SB Fatherhood that are necessary for the work/assignments involved.

Company Description
San Bernardino Fatherhood is a 501(c) (3), non-profit, charitable organization. It was founded in 2016. Our mission is: “To enhance the engagement of fathers by promoting a culture of father inclusion and responsible fatherhood in our communities.
Some of the resources and services offered are but not limited to: Parenting (Fatherhood) education for men, domestic violence prevention and education, men’s support group, child welfare consultation and support, child support education and information, family reunification support, mentoring, advocacy, case management, father-friendly and father focused community events, community outreach and social service referrals.