Family Support Specialist

Church & Missions Full Time

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ENTITY: Centro San Juan Diego of the Archdiocese of Denver. The Archdiocese of Denver serves the Catholic Community of Northern Colorado and its various parishes, missions, apostolates, and schools in accordance with the Gospel values of the Catholic Church (the Church).

THE POSITION: The Family Support Specialist works to promote the strengthening and enrichment of Hispanic families at Centro San Juan Diego and throughout the Archdiocese of Denver. This includes envisioning, developing, and executing programs that provide education and support for families to foster their full participation into the abundant life and mission of the Archdiocese of Denver, its parishes, and society as a whole. This includes researching and providing current and relevant program and service development for families in the areas of communication, parenting skills, intergenerational relationships, prevention of domestic violence, and suicide prevention, among others. The Specialist will develop partnerships with other institutions and lead efforts to launch counseling services at Centro. Also, the Specialist is responsible for recruiting, training, and providing the tools necessary for teachers and volunteers; will keep records of attendance and grades as needed and will establish and maintain public and community relations to learn and share about existing programs through Hispanic Ministry networks and Centro San Juan Diego. In addition, the Specialist will collaborate with other Archdiocese of Denver departments, specifically the Office of Evangelization and Family Life Ministries, and parishes to implement relevant and essential educational and formation opportunities. All responsibilities are performed under the supervision of the Director of Centro San Juan Diego, in accordance with the teachings of the Catholic Church and the goals and objectives of the organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Program Research, Implementation, and Organization
Conduct community needs assessment and research and develop programs aimed to address specific needs as they relate to family, relationships, and social/emotional matters throughout the Archdiocese of Denver and the Hispanic community.
Review and implement innovative ideas for existing programs on an ongoing basis.
Provide hands-on assistance in direct collaboration with teachers and volunteers including student registration, fee structure and collection, curriculum development and research.
Be able to multitask and delegate tasks to maintain efficient operations of the program.
Organize regular meetings with agencies & partners, teachers, students, movements & apostolates, to maintain communication and understanding of expectations.
Review and revise the existing website for the program to accommodate students and teachers use.
Leadership and Public Relations
Connect with existing agencies, apostolates and resource partners that offer services in the same field.
Organize communication and marketing of the programs with other agencies & partners, teachers, volunteers, and students.
Supervise all programs and services offered under his/her role and responsibilities.
Closely supervise the work of teachers and volunteers.
Promote programs and services and recruit students.
Manage complaints and student issues.
Recruit and train teachers and volunteers through an orientation process.
Communicate clearly and regularly with staff, teachers and volunteers on organizational events and activities.
Effectively work in a team environment.
Demonstrate commitment and high professional standards.
Generate and maintain good public relations with agencies & partners, parishes, apostolates, and other Archdiocesan entities, as well as media for marketing and promotions.
Represent the organization well by serving as a role model for the students.
Program Budget and Development
Prepare the annual budget and maintain accurate records on an ongoing basis.
Submit expenses and revenue related to the program.
Adjust and implement appropriate fee structures for the classes.
Review accounting records for the program.
Help research and report on potential grant opportunities for the program and work closely with Operations Manager for development opportunities.
Any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Undergraduate degree.
Professional experience required in related field.

COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Be a fully initiated Catholic in the communion of the Catholic Church and intentionally living out the five precepts of the Church (CCC 2041-2043).
Refrain from promotion or approval of, or the living out of, any conduct or lifestyle that would reflect discredit or disgrace on, or cause scandal in relationship to the Archdiocese of Denver or considered to be in contradiction with Catholic doctrine or morals.
Be able to understand and include Catholic Doctrine on specific topics, according to course or program, using methods geared toward the audiences faith development in a classroom setting.
Incorporates good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
Maintains an appreciation of sensitive information.
Presents a positive and business-like image, balanced with an understanding of the ministry of the Church.
Possesses a strong work ethic.
Excellent telephone and customer service skills.
Ability to multitask and work independently.
Responsible for planning and organizing program events.
General understanding of the Catholic Latino experience and ability to effectively work with people from diverse cultures.
Demonstrates commitment and high professional standards.
Required knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.) and Zoom.
Proficient in the use of technology and social media.
Bilingual required; fluent in Spanish and English (read, write, and speak).
Ability to work in a dynamic, changing environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to operate computer and mouse, copier/printer, and telephone.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel and talk or hear.
The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.
The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and stoop or kneel.

THE POSITION: The Family Support Specialist works to promote the strengthening and enrichment of Hispanic families at Centro San Juan Diego and throughout the Archdiocese of Denver. This includes envisioning, developing, and executing programs that provide education and support for families to foster their full participation into the abundant life and mission of the Archdiocese of Denver, its parishes, and society as a whole. This includes researching and providing current and relevant program and service development for families in the areas of communication, parenting skills, intergenerational relationships, prevention of domestic violence, and suicide prevention, among others. The Specialist will develop partnerships with other institutions and lead efforts to launch counseling services at Centro. Also, the Specialist is responsible for recruiting, training, and providing the tools necessary for teachers and volunteers; will keep records of attendance and grades as needed and will establish and maintain public and community relations to learn and share about existing programs through Hispanic Ministry networks and Centro San Juan Diego. In addition, the Specialist will collaborate with other Archdiocese of Denver departments, specifically the Office of Evangelization and Family Life Ministries, and parishes to implement relevant and essential educational and formation opportunities. All responsibilities are performed under the supervision of the Director of Centro San Juan Diego, in accordance with the teachings of the Catholic Church and the goals and objectives of the organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Program Research, Implementation, and Organization
Conduct community needs assessment and research and develop programs aimed to address specific needs as they relate to family, relationships, and social/emotional matters throughout the Archdiocese of Denver and the Hispanic community.
Review and implement innovative ideas for existing programs on an ongoing basis.
Provide hands-on assistance in direct collaboration with teachers and volunteers including student registration, fee structure and collection, curriculum development and research.
Be able to multitask and delegate tasks to maintain efficient operations of the program.
Organize regular meetings with agencies & partners, teachers, students, movements & apostolates, to maintain communication and understanding of expectations.
Review and revise the existing website for the program to accommodate students’ and teachers’ use.

Leadership and Public Relations
Connect with existing agencies, apostolates and resource partners that offer services in the same field.
Organize communication and marketing of the programs with other agencies & partners, teachers, volunteers, and students.
Supervise all programs and services offered under his/her role and responsibilities.
Closely supervise the work of teachers and volunteers.
Promote programs and services and recruit students.
Manage complaints and student issues.
Recruit and train teachers and volunteers through an orientation process.
Communicate clearly and regularly with staff, teachers and volunteers on organizational events and activities.
Effectively work in a team environment.
Demonstrate commitment and high professional standards.
Generate and maintain good public relations with agencies & partners, parishes, apostolates, and other Archdiocesan entities, as well as media for marketing and promotions.
Represent the organization well by serving as a role model for the students.

Program Budget and Development
Prepare the annual budget and maintain accurate records on an ongoing basis.
Submit expenses and revenue related to the program.
Adjust and implement appropriate fee structures for the classes.
Review accounting records for the program.
Help research and report on potential grant opportunities for the program and work closely with Operations Manager for development opportunities.
Any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Undergraduate degree.
Professional experience required in related field.

COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Be a fully initiated Catholic in the communion of the Catholic Church and intentionally living out the five precepts of the Church (CCC 2041-2043).
Refrain from promotion or approval of, or the living out of, any conduct or lifestyle that would reflect discredit or disgrace on, or cause scandal in relationship to the Archdiocese of Denver or considered to be in contradiction with Catholic doctrine or morals.
Be able to understand and include Catholic Doctrine on specific topics, according to course or program, using methods geared toward the audience’s faith development in a classroom setting.
Incorporates good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
Maintains an appreciation of sensitive information.
Presents a positive and business-like image, balanced with an understanding of the ministry of the Church.
Possesses a strong work ethic.
Excellent telephone and customer service skills.
Ability to multitask and work independently.
Responsible for planning and organizing program events.
General understanding of the Catholic Latino experience and ability to effectively work with people from diverse cultures.
Demonstrates commitment and high professional standards.
Required knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.) and Zoom.
Proficient in the use of technology and social media.
Bilingual required; fluent in Spanish and English (read, write, and speak).
Ability to work in a dynamic, changing environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to operate computer and mouse, copier/printer, and telephone.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel and talk or hear.
The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.
The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and stoop or kneel.

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