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HUMAN SERVICE CHAMBER OF FRANKLIN COUNTY lists this Thrive to 5 Director opportunity in columbus, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Community Development for All People
Thrive to 5 Director
Community Development for All People (CD4AP) is seeking a mature, energetic, experienced professional to serve families living on the South Side of Columbus. The Thrive to 5 Director will oversee a unique suite of programming and provide intentional outreach and build relationships with South Side families enrolled in theThrive to 5program, including pregnant women and families with children from birth to age 5. This position will report to the Executive Director and will supervise other Thrive to 5 staff.
The primary goals of theThrive to 5program include:
Babies are born full weight, full term
Babies celebrate their first birthday
Toddlers and preschoolers thrive and are developmentally on track each year
Children enter kindergarten ready to learn, developmentally age appropriate
Creation of a community of mutual support
Families develop relationships that generate positive outcomes and family empowerment
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
The full-time Thrive to 5 Director is responsible for:
Program and Events Management
Provide overall direction and strategic planning for Thrive to 5 program activities
Supervise staff, volunteers, and interns assigned to the program to achieve program goals and activities
Oversee planning and implementation of quarterly Family Events, including twice yearly Community Baby Showers
Distribute Pack and Plays to all eligible families as a vehicle of safe sleep
Oversee planning and execution of monthly parenting education classes, kindergarten readiness workshops, and other classes
Develop kindergarten readiness program strategies and partnerships
Create and maintain community partnerships to support programs activities, promotional items, and quarterly Family Events
Oversee data collection and reporting to various funders
Relationship Management with Families
Develop relationships with families to assist in creating individualized plans to reach program objectives
Recruit new families through community outreach, partnerships, and existing CD4AP programs
Oversee implementation of Monthly Check In System, including resource referrals, data collection, and incentive distribution
Connect families with resources and programming to reach outlined objectives. Resources include, but are not limited to : Prenatal care and support, pediatric care, stable housing, access to healthy food, access to medication, employment, financial counseling, quality affordable childcare, financial counseling, transportation, kindergarten readiness
Facilitate communication and client empowerment in interactions with health care/social service systems
General Operations of Thrive to 5 Director
Have a comprehensive understanding of digital technology platforms
Data collection and analysis as outlined by funding guidelines
Grant writing, manage program budget and remain up to date on funding deadlines and guidelines
Supervise, coach and provide professional development for program staff and volunteers
Develop and maintain a high level of communication and positive relationships with all stakeholders
Work collaboratively with Thrive to 5 planning team
Attend bi-weekly check-ins and monthly staff meetings and trainings
Maintain a plan for sustainability of current and future programs and sharing best practices.
Attend community coalition meetings and events to promote a community where all children thrive
Qualifications
Completion of Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field. Relevant majors include but are not limited to: Social Work, Sociology, Public Affairs, Secondary Education, Psychology, Management. Equivalent experience may be considered.
3+ years’ experience in program design and implementation preferred
3+ years’ experience working in community setting; engaging in grass-roots non-profit organizing, community/street-level outreach preferred
Experience in program budgeting and grant writing strongly preferred
Supervisory experience including ability to coach, mentor, and develop individuals
Comfort in a high-paced, autonomous work environment; self-starter with ability to establish vision, develop operational plans and execute with excellence
Experience with and/or openness to work with low-income, marginalized persons within the community living in poverty
Demonstrated ability to evaluate program goals and outcomes, and use outcome data for continuous quality improvement
Strong communication skills (oral, written and interpersonal)
Skill in operating computers and other office equipment, and ability to use the MS Office suite of software
Exceptional organizational, project management and planning skills
This salaried full time position offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits, and Employee Assistance Program, Retirement Savings Plan
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Please note: all CD4AP staff are required to be fully vaccinated and boosted against the COVID-19 virus.
Work Location: In person
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Worksite address
columbus, OH, 43224, US
Who can apply
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