Job description

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY: An ELEA develops and delivers culturally specific and culturally appropriate parenting education activities to meet the different needs of enrolled families through culturally specific home visits via virtual meetings and/or in-person when safe to do so, facilitates developmental screenings to children, connects families with services and resources in the community, according to their needs and goals. An ELEA works in a multi-cultural environment to provide services that meet IRCO’s goals and objectives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Outreach and enroll families within Reynolds School District catchment area, with priority to Davis and Alder Elementary school boundaries into PNI Program.

· Prepare and provide culturally specific home visits, one-on-one parenting skills training.

· Prepare and bring children activities, according to their age and stage of development, during home visits.

· Ability to work with children of different ages, from birth to 5th grade.

· Guide and support parents to create their Family Goal Plan annually.

· Engage families to actively participate in the program and perform 2 HV per month, per family.

· Plan and develop minimum five parenting group meetings through the year.

· Provide referrals to community services and resources such as parenting skills programs, health and dental clinics, family planning, low-income housing, nutrition services, rental and energy assistance, and childcare as needed.

· Provide interpretation services to parents and assist them to better access to mainstream service providers such as hospitals, clinics, and social service programs.

· Perform developmental screenings ASQ-3 and ASQ SE 2 and coordinate referrals for early intervention as necessary.

· Provide role modeling to parents on self-regulation and on how to make appointments, to advocate for the needs of themselves and their children, and to become self-sufficient in accessing services and resources in the community.

· Translate training materials and brochures/flyers as necessary.

· Maintain accurate and confidential records on each client.

· Provide follow-up counseling, referral, and support as needed for clients and their families.

· Coordinate activities and services with IRCO staff.

· Provide monthly and quarterly service reports to supervisor.

· Participate in staff meetings, clinical supervision meetings, trainings, committees, and volunteer activities to support IRCO’s goals and objectives.

JOB SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be through the following:

· Bachelor's degree or equivalent, in Social Work or Early Childhood Education preferred.

· Two (2) years’ experience in early childhood services, parenting education and assessment, child development, nutrition, preventive health care and/or home visiting.

· Professional level experience providing outreach, information, referrals, and follow-up to clients

· Experience working with young children and their families.

· Must have knowledge of local refugee and/or immigrant communities, community leaders and organizations.

· Must be familiar with service providers involved with parenting education, social services, health care, emergency services, and childcare.

· Must be able to work in a multi-cultural, multiethnic, fast-paced work environment.

KNOWLEDGE:

Education: High School or GED (1)

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

Additional Language Required: Bilingual and Fluent in English

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.

In addition, this position specifically requires:

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 some need or ability to analyze problem or concepts or make decisions on the information. Positions at this level have some impact to and influence on organization operations, programs, expense or budgetary outcomes. (3)

Work Independence:

Positions at this level are expected to handle regularly assigned work which includes making decisions and taking action under limited supervision. New or unusual work is performed with a moderate degree of supervision, assistance, and review. (3)

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, 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)

HOW TO APPLY:

Applications are accessible on the IRCO website, www.irco.orgor IRCO’s main office, 10301 NE Glisan, Portland, OR 97220, 503-234-1541. Attach resume and cover letter to IRCO application form. This position requires the completion of an IRCO application. Materials submitted without a completed application are considered incomplete and will not be considered. Due to the high volume of applications received, we will not be able to contact each applicant or return calls regarding the status of your application.

ABOUT IRCO:

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 promote the integration of refugees, immigrants, and the community at large into a self-sufficient, healthy, and inclusive multiethnic society. Find out more at www.irco.org.

IRCO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: Up to $22.00 per hour

Schedule:

• On call

Work Location: One location

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