Outreach Specialist

Job Type Full-timeDescriptionJob Summary:The Outreach specialist will participate in outreach events, connect with community partners, and educate the community about the Cal-works home visitation program. The outreach specialist will work collaboratively with the NRC to promote services and connect families to resources. The outreach specialist will carry a small caseload of 4 to 6 cases and assist with monthly group connections. Essential Functions:Assist in linking families to appropriate services and resources for support.Provide presentations about the Cal-Works Home Visitation program and participate in outreach events.Work collaboratively with the NRCs and support outreach events Must be able to establish, develop, and maintain collaborative partnerships and networking resources to support the needs of the families.Must be able to work independently and be self-motivatedCarry a caseload of 4-6 familiesMust be trained in the Parent's As Teachers Curriculum Must be able to plan, provide, and document personal visits focused on parent-child interaction, development-centered parenting, and family well-being.Make regularly scheduled home visits on all families assignedPromote, coordinate, and assist in monthly group connectionsMust be able to establish relationships with families and childrenPosition requires data entry utilizing the Apricot and Visit Tracker database, answering phones, and various computer activities.Maintain and submit required family documentation and data in a timely mannerAdminister assessments and screeningsParticipate in reflective supervision monthly Be familiar with EPU policies and procedures and maintain proper confidentiality.Maintain, manage, and process client records and information in a confidential manner that meets HIPAA and other applicable confidentiality regulations. Position requires some local travel.Keep an accurate mileage log when utilizing your own vehicle for home visits, meetings, andor training.EPU facility hours are Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, with some exceptions based on family's needs. May be required to work evenings and weekends.Must perform other duties as they are assigned by the Site Supervisor, Home Visitation Manager, Director of Parent Services or PresidentChief Executive Officer. RequirementsKnowledge, Skill, and Experience:Education: Minimum of an Associate's Degree in Social Work, Child Development, or other related field. Bachelor's Degree is strongly encouraged. Skills: Must have strong communication skills, written and verbal, planningorganizing, information gathering, identifying solutions, summarization, listening comprehension, goal setting, multi-tasking, teamwork, and collaboration, initiative, and able to make independent decisions within guidelines and code of ethics. Must be self-motivated.Experience:2+ years' experience working with families and young childrenCase management and a strong understanding of community resources are required.Must work with a diverse population and be a team player.Must have the capacity to engage families and yet maintain the boundaries of a helping relationship. Must have a warmth and sensitivity for working with children and their families.Good problem-solving and communication skills and are able to work with families to empower them to engage in problem-solving.Must hold a valid California Driver's license and good driving record with no serious violations for the previous two-year period and be able to provide proof of current automobile liability insurance.Must have reliable transportation to attend outreach events and home visits.Bi-lingual in Spanish is a puter literate, knowledge of Microsoft Office products.Physical Demands:Typical Working Condition: Position works from the EPU facility. The position requires the ability to sit and work on a computer for extensive periods of time. Position requires fingering (fine dexterity) and repetitive hand and wrist motions.Equipment Used: Computers, printers, telephones, and fax machines. It may require the operating of a vehicle for local travel.Essential Physical Tasks: Must be able to sit for long periods of time, working with a keyboard or computer screen.This position description may not be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification. However, it is intended to accurately reflect the principal job elements. Related duties, knowledge, or abilities to those explicitly stated may also be required for the successful performance of the position. Salary Description $23.00 - $24.00 per hour DOE

Created: 2025-02-28