The candidate must reside within the following county within Region 8: Medina, Uvalde County or the direct surrounding areas.
PRIMARY FUNCTION/RESPONSIBILTY
SJRC Texas Community Liaison will assist the Regional Director in meting various needs of identified clients and Providers within the Belong Network and will act as a liaison between SJRC Texas, Network Providers and Community to further the success of clients in care.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain knowledge of Community Based Care and transformative practices within the child and family wellbeing system.
- Educate Community and Network Providers about Belong and services available through SJRC Texas.
- Facilitate an atmosphere of enthusiasm, commitment, teamwork, interdependence and ethical behavior.
- Support the implementation of Belong's plan for community involvement and public engagement and provide annual reviews and updates.
- Identify community-based resources that can be used to facilitate coordination with Network Providers and Belong.
- Collaborate, share, and coordinate available resources with Program Director and program related team members to ensure unique needs of children and families are met.
- Implement community-building strategies that align with identified needs and objectives for youth and family support.
- Build relationships with community groups, organizations, and key stakeholders to foster collaboration and inclusive representation.
- Maintains a close working relationship with public and private agencies and stakeholders involved in providing services/support to the children and families in our network, such as CASA, Commissioners Court, Child Welfare Boards, Child Advocacy Centers, Chambers of Commerce, elected officials, etc.
- Organize and facilitate youth and family programs, community events, and resource coordination efforts.
- Participate in community-driven initiatives that support those we serve.
- Implement the Community Building Plan in conjunction with Regional Director.
- Promotes and demonstrates appropriate respect for cultural diversity among coworkers and all work-related contacts.
- Assist Regional Director with further responsibilities as needed.
- Provides services after normal working hours and on weekends when necessary.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Child Welfare, Social Services or related field.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- 3 years' experience in child welfare and community engagement.
Preferred:
- 5 years' experience in child welfare and community engagement.
Certifications/Licenses/Registrations:
- Valid Texas Driver's License, good driving record, ability to provide own transportation and proof of current automobile insurance.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
- Body mobility to stoop, kneel, bend, reach, and walk.
- Stamina to work long days and drive long distances.
- Moderate to heavy lifting up to 15 pounds.
- Must have the ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
- Environment requires dexterity to remain calm and adapt to fast paced and emotional environments consisting of children with moderate to severe emotional and psychological needs.
- Home-like settings with varying moderate to high degrees of background noise.
- Position is assigned to Regional Director and is scheduled for a minimum of 40 hours per week but may necessitate additional time to complete assigned work.
- Campuses are smoke-free, except on permitted campuses in designated areas.
- Possible injury when lifting or moving if employee fails to use proper body mechanics, or if proper techniques are not used.
DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP/REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Supervised by: Regional Director
Supervises: N/A