Parent Educator

Description

The Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO) is a non-profit organization established in 1976 to serve immigrants, refugees, and the broader community in Portland, Oregon. Our mission is to welcome, serve and empower refugees, immigrants and people across cultures and generations to reach their full potential. Find out more at www.irco.org.  

POSITION:                          Parent Educator 

JOB CLASS/GRADE:          Specialist 1 / Grade 8 

WAGE:                                 Starting at $49,572 per year based on experience 

FLSA; EEO; WC:                  Non-Exempt; Professional; 8864 

LOCATION:                        IRCO Pacific Islander & Asian Family Center (PIAFC), 8040 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR 97213  

                                             Hybrid (Onsite 2 days a week) 

FTE; FT/PT; STATUS:        1.0 FTE; Full-Time with Benefits; Regular 

NUMBER OF POSITIONS:  (1) 

APPLY AT:                          www.irco.org 

STATUS:                              Full-Time with Benefits (Temporary) 

PROGRAM(S):                   Family First PAT 

SECTOR:                             Home Visiting 

REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid driver's license, verification of current auto- insurance, and have full use of an automobile during work hours and must pass ODHS (Oregon Department of Human Services) background check. 

 This job announcement is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job. This is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.   

Program Summary
To welcome, serve, and empower parents/caregivers and their children 0-5 years old, utilizing Parents as Teachers (PAT) services. This work is part of Oregon’s implementation of the Family First Prevention Services Act and is part of the Oregon Department of Human Services’ effort to prevent children from being removed to foster care and ensure families can remain together. 

Position Summary
A Parents and Teachers (PAT) Parent Educator must be Model Implementation Certified to implement the PAT model, emphasizing parent-child interaction, development-centered parenting, and family well-being in their work with families. Parent Educators will plan & implement the PAT Foundation Curriculum in community-aware ways and in the best way that supports the family. 

Essential Functions 

• Engage in recruitment activities 
• Complete initial and annual family-centered assessment with each family 
• Develop, monitor, and review goals with each family 
• Plan, provide, and document a personal visit focused on parent-child interaction, development-centered parenting, and family well-being 
• Provide group connections to give families an opportunity to build social connections with one another 
• Engage in parent-child interaction activities, and increase knowledge of ways to support children’s development 
• Complete initial and annual development screening and health review for each enrolled child 
• Complete Child Health Record screening, documentation of vision & hearing screen by health provider 
• Complete ASQ 3, ASQ SE 2, and a home visit will occur at a minimum of twice per month/every other week 
• Connect families to resources that help them reach their goals and address their needs 
• Helps parents and children transition to other services as needed 
• Maintain and submit all required family and program documentation in a timely manner 
• Participate in a minimum of two hours of reflective supervision monthly and minimum of two hours of staff meetings monthly 
• Obtain competency-based professional development and renew parent educator certification annually 
• Participate in measuring outcomes and continuous quality improvement 
• Travel throughout the Portland Metro area for in-person home visits and parent/child group meetings 

Requirements

Secondary Functions 

• Support Parent Education events as organized by the Parent Educators 
• Support organizational record keeping requirements 
• Complete organization required training 
• Attend required meetings 
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor and manager 
• Ability to meet multiple, including conflicting deadlines 
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality 
• Ability works flexible hours to meet the availability of clients (which may include early evenings and/or occasional weekends) 

Education & Experience 

MINIMUM JOB SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Associate's degree or equivalent combination of training and experience 
• Minimum 2 years of supervised work experience with young children and/or parents 
• Must complete PAT Foundational and Model Implementation Trainings before delivering PAT Services 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of training and experience 
• Bilingual preferred; English and a language commonly spoken by families, including, Pacific Islander, Zomi, and Burmese 
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills 
• Strong skills in community-aware, interpersonal, and organizational communication 
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills 
• Ability to work independently and be self-motivated (often in the field) 
• Communicate effectively in a positive manner verbally, in writing, and by phone 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills 

Physical, Mental, & Environmental Requirements 

• Hybrid Schedule 
• Physical: Positions at this level require some physical effort or manual labor such as lifting, carrying, or constant movement. Positions with regular responsibility for driving are to be placed at least at this level. Work under close supervision with Program Coordinator/Assistant Manager 
• Mental: There is regular variation in tasks, and the job holder must decide which tasks to complete as well as the order in which tasks are completed  
• Environment: This level has a work environment that is well protected, with virtually no hazards or obstacles. There is very little element of personal risk or hazard. Job conditions are stable, usually well managed, and very comfortable. 
• Schedule: The work schedule occasionally fluctuates based on organization or customer needs. This fluctuation may occur with or without prior notice. 

Supervisory Responsibilities 

Positions at this level are not responsible for any supervisory functions or responsibilities but may occasionally be asked to orient and/or train new employees or volunteers. 

Knowledge 

Education: Associate's Degree (3) 

Experience: 1-2 years of experience is required (3) 

Licensure, Certification: Must possess PAT Foundational Training & Model Implementation certification  

Additional Language Required: Bilingual preferred; English and one other language.  

Computers: All positions at IRCO require use of a computer and experience working with Microsoft Products including but not limited to Microsoft 365, Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint. 

Skills 

Communication: Regular communication inside and outside the organization to exchange ideas and gather information (5) 

Creativity: Regular need for redesign of a single focus process or procedure is needed (3) 

Effort 

Mental: There is regular variation in tasks and the job holder must decide which tasks to complete as well as the order in which tasks are completed (3) 

Physical: Positions at this level require some physical efforts or manual labor such as lifting, carrying or constant movement.  Positions with regular responsibility for driving are to be placed at least at this level (3)

Responsibility 

Impact and Influence: Positions at this level have a minimal need or ability to analyze problem or concepts or make decisions on the information. Positions at this level have minimal impact and influence on organization operations, programs, expense or budgetary outcomes. (2) 

Work Independence: Positions perform routine work with regular supervision and generally are given instructions or written procedures. Positions occasionally encounter variation and are encouraged to suggest ways to respond, but can't take final action without approval (2) 

Planning: Positions at this level must be able to foresee issues associated with own work and identify future needs for supplies, equipment, resources which would stall operations or activities. (2) 

Supervision: Positions at this level are not responsible for any supervisory functions or responsibilities but may occasionally be asked to orient and/or train new employees or volunteers. (1)

Working Conditions 

Environment: This level has a work environment that is usually well protected, free from hazards or obstacles. There is little element of personal risk or hazard. Job conditions are usually comfortable, with only occasional issues, including, temperature change (2)

Schedule: The work schedule occasionally fluctuates based on organization or customer needs. This fluctuation may occur with or without prior notice. (3)

Required Engagement

Engage fully in recommended professional development, as well as other assigned or required training activities. This engagement can also include participation in optional activities that embrace IRCO’s mission, vision, and values-based initiatives. 

What We Offer 

IRCO is a very employee-friendly workplace and offers great benefit package to our staff: 

• Many flexible working arrangements and schedule 
• Amazing opportunity to work with people who come from all over the world 
• Work that helps your community
• 3to 6 weeks of PTO per year
• 401k match of over 100% on first 5%, immediate vesting 
• 3% match for student loans or college savings
• 12 Paid Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday 
• Medical & Dental insurance options with 85% coverage for employee AND Families, no deductibles 
• Employer Paid Life, Short term, and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Flexible spending account 

Required Engagement 

Engage fully in recommended professional development, as well as other assigned or required training activities. This engagement can also include participation in optional activities that embrace IRCO’s mission, vision, and values-based initiatives. 

How To Apply 

1. Complete the IRCO application in our Careers Portal: IRCO Application for Employment.
2. Upload your resume and cover letter addressing your qualifications for this position IRCO Careers.
3. For questions about this position, please email [email protected] 

Please note that physical applications are accessible from IRCO’s main office, 10301 NE Glisan, Portland, OR 97220. Due to the high volume of applications received, we will not be able to contact applicants or return calls regarding applications. Complete applications should include a cover letter, resume, and IRCO application. 

IRCO is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any characteristics protected by State and Federal law. We will make reasonable accommodations to meet our obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws.