COMMUNITY LIAISON - EAST - HYBRID

Job Description

Job Description

The candidate must reside within the following county within Region 8: Gonzales, La Vaca, DeWitt 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