Family Development Coach

STATEMENT OF THE AGENCY:

Commonpoint is a $85M not-for-profit, multi service agency with flagship sites in Little Neck, Bayside, Bronx, Forest Hills, East Elmhurst, Jamaica and over 80 additional sites throughout the community. We are proud to provide a diverse array of programs and services to over 100,000 community members each year with high quality and life enhancing programs and services. Our mission is to build and sustain the quality of family and individual life for all of our clients, regardless of religion, ethnic or cultural background, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual preference, age, or disability, within a pervasive and inclusive environment that facilitates individual growth, meets individual needs and builds community. We accomplish this mission through a broad range of social, educational, and recreational services that reach community members of all ages and backgrounds.

STATEMENT OF THE POSITION:

The Family Development Coach is responsible for delivering case management services and facilitating workshops for the Fatherhood Program at Commonpoint Bronx Center. This program is designed to support fathers in the Bronx through comprehensive services, including assessment, service planning, coaching, educational opportunities, and intervention. The program will serve a diverse group of fathers, empowering them to become more engaged parents and stable, positive contributors to their families and communities. The Family Development Coach will provide direct support to fathers in key areas such as parenting, life skills, employment readiness, financial management, and personal development. The Family Development Coach will be on-site at the center five days a week and will oversee the coordination, management, and integration of program participants and family support services. Additionally, the coach will play a pivotal role in community programming and building partnerships within the local network. The Family Development Coach will collaborate closely with other team members, including fellow Family Development Coaches, and will report to the Program Director.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Education or Counseling and experience working with City systems such as public assistance, child support, child welfare, education, and housing; or
• Associate’s degree and completion of the Family Development Training (or other credentials identified by DYCD) and experience working with City systems such as public assistance, child support, child welfare, education, and housing; or
• Completion of the Family Development Training within one year of being hired (or other credentials identified by DYCD) and at least three (3) years successful experience in providing case management/counseling and working with City systems such as public assistance, child support, child welfare, education, and housing.
• A minimum of five (5) years experience providing assessment, service planning, case management, and/or intervention work and preferably already serving the community in some capacity.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience collaborating effectively with community based organizations to improve the outcomes of at-risk families
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience working within or managing programs serving adults and families.
• Significant experience with assets and needs analysis, community organizing, problem-solving, networking and developing relationships with private and public partners, program management and improving access to resources for parents and community members.
• Flexible schedule and willingness to work some weekends/evenings for workshops and agency events.
• Interest in fatherhood development, academic improvement, social-emotional learning, family and/or community organizing, working with neighborhood agencies and programs.
• Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to multitask, analyze and drive process improvement.
• Must have excellent organizational, teamwork, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Must have a commitment of work from a strength-based perspective.
• Strong relationship-building and group facilitation capabilities, incorporating cross-cultural sensitivity.
• Takes initiative and has the ability to solve problems.
• Energized by the idea and process of creating and implementing new initiatives.
• Computer literate, including experience with all Microsoft Office software packages; Google Drive (Gmail, Calendar, Contacts, Docs, etc.).

Responsibilities:

• Will manage a caseload in order to provide assessment, service planning, case management and/or intervention work.
• Recruit parents; and conduct intake assessments and interviews.
• Plan curriculum and conduct workshops on responsible parenting, communication skills, child development, bonding activities, co-parenting, emotional intelligence, financial literacy and managing stress.
• Coordinate and facilitate special events and special opportunities for program participants.
• Build relationships with community organizations and local businesses to promote the program and offer support resources.
• Host informational sessions and workshops to raise awareness and encourage fathers to join the program.
• Provide personalized support to fathers by assessing their needs, creating action plans, and connecting them to relevant services (e.g., employment support, legal aid, parenting classes).
• Offer mentoring and coaching to fathers to strengthen their parenting skills, help with career development, and provide guidance on relationship-building with children.
• Assist fathers in addressing emotional and interpersonal issues, especially those affecting relationships with their children or families.
• Develop or identify educational materials to support fathers in becoming self-sufficient and improving family dynamics.
• Conduct activities that help fathers improve bonding and communication with their children.
• Help fathers access resources that may be needed for self-sufficiency, including job training, educational opportunities, housing assistance, food insecurity and legal support.
• Encourage fathers to become involved in their local communities, through volunteer projects, attending local events, or supporting community initiatives.
• Monitor fathers’ progress in achieving their goals, including employment, education, and relationship-building milestones.
• Collect and analyze data on participants’ outcomes to evaluate program success and areas for improvement.
• Work closely with social workers, counselors, child development experts, and community leaders to provide comprehensive support to fathers.
• Participate in team meetings to discuss strategies for engaging fathers, sharing resources, and solving problems.
• Be aware of and respectful of the diverse backgrounds of fathers, including different cultural, socioeconomic, and family dynamics.
• Advocate for policies and practices that support fathers and strengthen families in the broader community.

Job Details:

Salary : $50,000

Hours: Full-Time, 35 hours per week

Schedule : 9:00AM - 5:00 PM. Schedule is adjusted at times based on the needs of the program.

Location : Bronx, NY

Expected Start Date: Pending

General Tasks of All Commonpoint Staff:

• Promote and implement the Core Values of the Agency.
• Participation in all staff meetings and staff training seminars.
• Participation in agency-wide programs and program committees, as assigned.
• Active involvement, as a supervisee, in the supervision process.
• Support the missions of the Commonpoint in both internal and external settings.
• Other tasks appropriate to the Commonpoint staff, as assigned.

Employee Benefits Package:

• Health insurance options, including dental and vision coverage
• Robust and customizable PTO schedule
• Continuing education scholarship program
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Discounts on all programs and services, including summer camps and classes.
• Free membership to seasonal outdoor pool clubs and Forest Hills based gym.

Commonpoint reserves the right to revise, amend or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.