Job description

Job Summary: Facilitate and implement core programs as identified in the program model to create out of school time programming for youth in partnership with local schools that promotes school success (attendance, behavior, course work), grade advancement, and student empowerment. Collaborate with school personnel and community partners to focus on youth initiatives working towards well rounded development (academically, physically, emotionally) to build stronger, more resilient communities. Collect and record data to measure program outcomes. Identify human and community service needs of residents. Develop strategies to link residents with needed services, including assistance in overcoming various barriers that might impede access to services. Build community partnerships that bring services and notice to the property; ambassador/advocate of the property, seeking volunteering, selling the brand. When other services are not available, may deliver direct services. Actively participate with other staff working toward resident stability. This position is not eligible for a hybrid work schedule.
Pay: $25.00-27.00/hour ($52,000-56,000/annual) DOE

Preference for candidate with bilingual ability in Farsi and/or Spanish.

Benefits:

• Generous PTO (26 days off first year incl. holidays and earned time off).
• Early-close Fridays. 3 paid hours off early each Friday.
• Variety of benefit options, including pet insurance.
• 403b + match, paid volunteer time, and much more.

Duties:

• Implement priority programs and essential activities/ as outlined in the Resident Services (RS) program model including quality after school homework clubs for school aged youth at the property.
• Collect required data for designated program components and record data in the Mercy Housing database in an accurate and timely way. Maintain all reporting requirements set by funding and/or government agencies.
• Evaluate outcomes of regularly scheduled on-site programs and services as required.
• Create events that recognize student strengths and achievements.
• Recognize the experiences and concerns shared by parents. Create opportunities to convene and address issues and concerns.

Minimum Qualifications of Position

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Two (2) years of experience in community development, social services, or related field experience
• Minimum of six (6) months of satisfactory and verifiable full time equivalent providing service delivery, programming and supervising at least six (6) children since attaining age of 18.
• Experience and knowledge of public school system and encouraging positive outcomes in attendance, behavior, and course work.
• Experience with youth programming.

Preferred Qualifications of Position

• Bilingual Spanish/English.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
• Experience conducting community assessments, applying the principles of conflict management, and organizing community groups, events, or programs.
• Experience supervising staff.

Knowledge and Skills

• Work collaboratively with others in a team environment, respecting the perspectives and contributions of others.
• Demonstrate a high level of verbal, writing, and listening skills.
• Proficient with MS Office (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Maintain confidentiality and to obtain appropriate release of information as necessary.
• Able to work with people with mental health, disability, substance abuse, legal, and financial issues.

At Mercy Housing, everyone contributes to a mission and values centered culture. We are committed to demonstrating the values of Respect, Justice and Mercy in all aspects of our daily work. At Mercy Housing, we seek applicants who are committed to racial equity, diversity, and inclusion. We believe we are more effective when diverse groups of people, including residents, feel valued, respected, and included.

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Location: Kent,Washington,98032,United States, Kent, WA 98032

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $52,000.00 - $56,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Youth Programming: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

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