Family & Community Engagement Coordinator

Since opening our doors in 1902 CHS became a part of Floridas history. CHS has been committed to growing and evolving to provide the right services and solutions to address the needs of children and families throughout the changing times. Every day our team works with parents and kids to empower them and encourage them. With innovative technology solutions and a dedicated experienced team throughout the state were changing the face of foster care and positively impacting children and families lives for generations to come. Join our team to continue to do good and create history serving Floridas children and families! The

Family & Community Engagement Coordinator

enhances participation and communication among families and communities within schools neighborhoods and/or broader communities. Collaborating closely with administration and leveraging community resources the incumbent will cultivate a nurturing environment that empowers communities to thrive. Overall the

Family & Community Engagement Coordinator

contributes to the CHS high-performance culture by exhibiting our values and providing quality results that position CHS as the leader in delivering proactive behavioral health case management community and early childhood solutions for children and families. WHY JOIN CHS Uplifting mission-driven work Make an impact in your community and become a part of Floridas ! Growth and professional development opportunities including generouspaid time off and holidays Opportunity to make a positive difference in children and families within your own community! Primary Job Functions 1

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Increase parent and community involvement and communication in schools. Assist in the implementation of an overall outreach plan to engage families to participate in activities and services in the community and/or within a school. Organize and implement operations and logistical tasks to facilitate community engagements aligned with the objectives outlined in the outreach strategy. Identify engage and support community action groups and centers of influence in the community. Coordinate local marketing activities awareness campaigns and events. Provide information advice content and recommendations for community engagement activities to senior management and school/center leadership to advance visibility and outcomes. Develop and cultivate community outreach through presentations for new and existing engagement opportunities. Provide information advice and recommendations for press release content feature stories and local media to senior management. Participate in maintaining accurate and complete family and community member participation and engagement data. Build nurturing relationships with school/center leadership staff and families. CPS positions: Maintain a warm and inviting Parent Resource Center to foster relationships between parents school personnel and students. Develop key community relationships to enhance outreach and build a resource list for families and students. Collaborate with school/center administrative personnel to align system goals program objects and community services; serve as creative partner. Coordinate educational opportunities. Assist in overcoming language barriers at gatherings home and social visits and at school activities. Make home visits and/or phone calls to identify family needs. Support creation of targeted programming to engage new families and provide specific strategies to involve them in success. Prepare written materials for documenting activities providing written reference and/or conveying information. Possible direct transport or arrange for transportation of clients. Submits all documentation in a timely manner (attendance events volunteers etc.) 2. Contribute to a positive engaging work environment. Develop a strong knowledge base and stay current on job-related issues and trends. Participate actively in departmental meetings training and education as well as the quality process. Comply with CHSs code of conduct policies procedures and other obligations. Assist with training other team members and providing backup when necessary. Pick up projects on the fly; perform other duties as assigned from time to time. Demonstrate the CHS Common Bond values in the performance of all job duties. Job Qualifications Education Licenses & Certifications: High School diploma or GED equivalent required. Bachelors degree requiredorBachelors degree in Progress OR:

Bachelors degree in Education or Human Services field from an accredited university. Florida Drivers License within 30 days from hire along with daily access to a reliable and insured vehicle required. Experience: One to three years of combined experience in at least two specialties education human services and/or community outreach required. Demonstrated progressive responsibility increases in area of specialization required. Current or former public school parent preferred. Experience serving as an advocate for children and/or parents preferred. Experience with building community relationships preferred. Experience convening workshops preferred. Experience working with families on educational or community issues preferred. Fluent in Creole and/or Spanish preferred. Knowledge Skills and Abilities Knowledge of: Family engagement research and literature The public school system and the communities it supports Skills and proficiency in: Planning organization and time management oral & written communication Interpersonal Relationship Building Collaboration Teaming Computer systems and MS Office including Word Excel and Outlook Ability to: Handle confidential information appropriately Analyze data and identify problem areas or trends Understand and respect the diversity of economic linguistic and cultural backgrounds and situations Host parent meetings within the local community Make home visits and travel on an as-needed basis Demonstrate the behaviors of our CHS Common Bond Values. All applicants are subject to background screening through the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). For more information visit Together good can be done. Required Experience: IC