Facilitator/Coach - part-time

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

WHO WE ARE

Since 1993, The Pathfinder Network (TPN) has been providing justice-system impacted individuals and their families the tools and support they need to be safe and thrive in our communities. We serve individuals experiencing incarceration, those reentering the community, those on forms of community supervision, their families, and their children, within 9 of Oregon’s 11 corrections facilities and in the community in Multnomah, Jackson, Marion, and Clackamas Counties. We develop and deliver a comprehensive scope of evidence-based, trauma-, gender- and culturally-responsive cognitive behavioral-based programs, including our proprietary, evidence-based curriculum Parenting Inside Out, which is the highest-rated parenting skills curriculum for parents involved with the criminal justice system. Our community programs feature holistic wraparound individual and group support and services. We serve an average of 3,000 people a year agency wide.

We show up for our employees by providing support and resources in six key areas that make up our total package, and we always strive to expand on what we offer: compensation, development, wellness, benefits, recognition and service. This includes:

• Generous paid sick time
• 17 paid days of significance each year
• Extended holiday days of significance with a week off at the end of the year and 3 4-day weekends
• Paid 30-minute lunch breaks
• Mental wellness hours
• 401k retirement plan with 3% employer contribution, fully vested immediately
• Supplemental virtual healthcare for employees and dependents 
• Employment with TPN may mean you are eligible for Public Service Student Loan forgiveness
• Employee recognition program, staff appreciation awards and swag store
• Bilingual pay differential for eligible positions
• Shared Leadership model and opportunities to contribute to agency success and growth
• Development opportunities and trainings

We are intentional about building a healthy and thriving organizational culture and envision a community of staff, partners, volunteers, and donors who are deeply committed to equitable, just and anti-racist practices in every facet of our organization. We engage in continual learning and seek ways to operationalize equitable and inclusive practices. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design and deliver solutions.

At TPN, we envision communities that welcome all people, provide second chances, and create pathways to change. We believe all people have the capacity to change. We honor the dignity and worth of every individual, engage our clients and employees with compassion, and bring excellence to all we do. To learn more, go to

HIRING PRACTICES

We admit that there is no such thing as the perfect candidate. Don’t be discouraged if you don’t meet each and every position requirement – instead, use your application to let us know what excites you about the role and what transferable skills or other qualities you would like to bring to TPN!

If reasonable accommodation or an alternative form of this application are needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Director of People and Culture at View email address on us.fitly.work or View phone number on us.fitly.work.

TPN hires a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce strengthens our organization. We value diversity and support a positive and welcoming environment where all employees can thrive.

In practice, this means we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a parent, marital status, political affiliation, or military or veteran status. We also take seriously the idea that our work benefits from a genuine commitment to diversity, by considering applications from individuals representing all kinds of backgrounds.

WHAT YOU WILL BE COUNTED ON TO DO  

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background.

As a Facilitator/Coach, you will provide group facilitation services and wraparound support to justice system-involved individuals to support them in learning new skills and gaining knowledge so that they can thrive and reach their goals. You will facilitate cognitive-behavioral classes, adhering to the curriculum in its intended format while maintaining fidelity through a standardized evidence-based delivery model. You will collaborate and work to support the mission, vision and values of the Pathfinder Network and engage with clients in a holistic, strengths-based, trauma-responsive, person- and healing-centered way. As a member of the team, you will work collaboratively with Center for Family Success and Resilience & Recovery Project staff to support individuals and their families with the tools and support they need to be safe and thrive in our community.

Your lived experience, relational and collaborative skills, capability to work well in fast-paced environments, high-level of empathy, and ability to keep strong boundaries will enable you to thrive in this position and consistently deliver high quality services with impact and excellence. 

Responsibilities 

• Facilitate classes and support groups using standardized curriculum and delivery models. Substitute in classes as needed. 
• Plan, review, and prepare materials for facilitation of classes. 
• Implement appropriate interventions and service models to provide holistic support. 
• Teach, coach and model positive recovery, cognitive and social skills individually and in groups. 
• Reinforce positive behaviors and progress. 
• Use incentives to motivate behavior. 
• Communicate and collaborate with participants, supporters, partners and Center Staff to support participant engagement and success.
• Assist in planning for and hosting of community events. 
• Complete all required documentation and track participant attendance and participation. Complete thorough and timely case notes. 

Participation in Shared Leadership  

• Be a champion in the shaping and sustaining of a diverse, equitable, inclusive and just workplace, with a focus towards creating racial equity. 
• Participate on cross-departmental teams or committees regarding organizational policies, processes and work environment.
• Participate in Temporary Teams, Equity Team, Employee Resource Groups, and other teams. 
• Contribute individualized skills, knowledge, experience and expertise to help the agency reach its mission. 

WHO YOU WILL BE COUNTED ON TO BE

Required Cultural Values: Staff are expected to embody certain cultural values to support TPN’s mission: communicate effectively, value one another, show respect, demonstrate accountability, display a high level of self-awareness, participate in shared leadership and continuous growth and learning, live values of diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and belonging and engage in personal work to further DEIJB values and impact.

Commitment to Racial Justice . Staff are expected to interact effectively across racially diverse teams, partners, and experiences, apply a racial equity lens in their work and commit to the ongoing work required to move TPN toward a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive and just organization.

Requirements:

Experience and skills we are interested in:  

• Lived experience with addiction and recovery and criminal justice involvement.
• Certification or eligibility to be certified as a Certified Recovery Mentor, Peer Support Specialist or Traditional Health Worker.
• Released from prison/jail and completed all forms of community supervision no less than two years ago. 
• Must be in recovery from substance use dependence and have a minimum of 2 years recovery. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and ability to present and work with diverse audiences, specifically racial, ethnic, gender expression, socioeconomic, education, spiritual and other cultural backgrounds. 
• A high school diploma or equivalent is required. 
• Awareness of Trauma-Informed practices and approaches. 
• Experience facilitating groups. 
• Basic level computer capabilities in use of web-based environments, word processing, email, and spreadsheet data entry. 
• Must pass a criminal history background check (a criminal record is not automatically disqualifying), employment verification, motor vehicle records check, and drug screen (which does not include testing for marijuana). 

OTHER INFORMATION  

Working Conditions/Travel Requirements  

This job operates within a community service delivery setting. This is largely a sedentary role and this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. 

The Pathfinder Network follows public health guidance for any public health emergencies and will remain in compliance with any vaccination or isolation requirements from partner agencies.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. 

This is a part-time, non-exempt position working 10-12 hours per week. Typical days of work are Monday through Friday in the afternoon and evenings at two locations in NE Portland, the Center for Family Success and the Resilience & Recovery Project.

Some travel is required in the community and to meetings and trainings.

Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Compensation and Benefits: This is a non-exempt, part-time position. The hiring range for this position is $23.33 - $24.03 per hour, DOE. Pay offers are determined in conjunction with an internal pay equity assessment.

For more information on our total compensation and benefits, visit The Pathfinder Network • Work With Us