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Youth Program Assistant Director
The Edna Martin Christian Center’s (EMCC) Youth Program Assistant Director is a position based within EMCC’s Leadership & Legacy Youth Program. This is a full-time, non-exempt position. The role of the Youth Program Assistant Director is to ensure the integrity and quality of the day-to-day program, support the program administratively facilitate communication with staff, families and program partners, and provide direct service to the youth, as needed
The purpose of this position is to ensure that school-based youth programs at EMCC operate efficiently and cohesively by giving the Youth Program Assistant Director responsibility for day-to-day program operations. The Assistant Director supports the Site Coordinators, who facilitate daily programming and represent EMCC priorities and values amongst school administrators, students, teachers, and parents. The Assistant Director is responsible for proactive planning with Site Coordinators with scheduling and site assignment, program activities and program fidelity.
Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with fidelity and in alignment with program-specific and organizational policies and procedures. Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
In collaboration with the Youth Program Director, oversees enrollment processes for incoming families and students in partnership with each Site Coordinator; manage student waitlist.
Work cross-departmentally to refer the need for counseling, academic support and other supportive services to appropriate EMCC programs and external partners.
Provide direct communication with families including, but not limited to, a weekly update for programming, changes to program schedules, and special programs.
Provide direct coordination and communication with daily transportation staff, maintain and provide the team with updated rosters and routes.
Establish and maintain professional, friendly, effective relationships with school staff, teachers, and partners.
Lead and coordinate centralized family engagement events and activities with the Youth Program Director and Site Coordinators.
Provide opportunities for youth-focused content creation, including drafting program reports, writing blogs, creating programs, leading discussions, research, etc.
Sustain imperative partnerships for programs including direct support for students, professional development for staffing, technical assistance and evaluation, etc.
Maintain inventory of supplies, technology, and materials and coordinate needs with Youth Program Director.
Conduct tours of program sites.
Create and adjust daily schedules to ensure ratios are met at all times.
Partner with Youth Program Director for the overall operation of Edna Martin Christian Center’s facilities and ensure program alignment with grant metrics, the EMCC mission, vision and strategic plan.
Partner with the Youth Program Director in coordinating and supervising curriculum implementation in all age groups, and in planning and developing the appropriate educational documentation at program sites.
Communicate with the Youth Program Director regarding daily schedule, urgent needs, adjustments, etc.
Provide direct service at all sites as needed.
Other Youth Program Assistant Director related duties as assigned.
Staffing & Support:
Provide direct oversight to the Youth Program Site Coordinators and Youth Program Assistants. This includes scheduling and organizing coverage, as needed, proactive program planning and appropriate coaching.
Provide regular technical support and professional development to Site Coordinators to ensure best practices are being implemented and evaluated.
Lead on-site staff (Site Coordinators, Youth Program Assistants, volunteers) in implementing educational and recreational activities such as MyOn Reader, IXL, STEM activities, tutoring, games, crafts, field trips, etc.
Schedule, participate, and lead interviews and recruitment efforts.
Federal & State Regulations:
Ensure that the academic needs of youth are identified and corresponding homework help, remediation and/or lesson plans are implemented at the program-level.
Partner with the Youth Program Director and Director of Data and Impact to ensure grant-based data requirements, including but not limited to, grades, NWEA BOY (beginning of year), MOY (middle of year) and EOY (end of year) and semester-end grades and scores are collected and submitted into program-specific data systems including, but not limited to, Cayen Systems and ETO.
Maintain data privacy and overall student and family confidentiality. Also, maintain an up-to-date database, Brightwheel, from each program site of the following;
Demographic data and family contact information.
School-based data including, but not limited to, attendance, school grades, etc.
Ensure that monthly fire drills are held in compliance with EMCC and State standards and procedures and Legally Licensed Exempt Provider compliance is always maintained.
Complexity of Work:
Within the scope of the job, it requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment, and adapt to change quickly.
Minimum Qualifications
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
Willing to obtain a professional Child and Youth Care credential within two years of employment
Required Credential(s)
Valid Driver’s License and have the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle, as demonstrated by good driving record
First Aid/CPR training as required by the State of Indiana
Up to date Fingerprints/background check, drug screening as required by the State of Indiana
Computer literate (Google Workspace & Microsoft Office)
Required Education:
A minimum of an Associate’s degree in a relevant field, such as K-12 Education, Early Childhood Education, Human Services, or Youth Development, or an equivalent qualification, along with 3-5 years of direct experience.
Preferred Work Experience:
Experience educating and supporting youth from all backgrounds; elementary through high school-age youth
Supervision and/or program management experience
The preceding statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of tasks and functions for this position. Other tasks and functions may be assigned as needed to fulfill the mission of the organization.
Interested applicants should submit their cover letter, outlining why they consider themselves an excellent candidate for the position, as well as their resume, to employment@ednamartincc.org with the subject line: Youth Program Assistant Director
Childcare Ministry Teacher
The Edna Martin Childcare Ministry teacher has the overall responsibility of providing direct support to children and communication with families. The teacher operates the program within the confines of state, local and agency policies and budget.
Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Maintain a rich, child-focused, developmentally appropriate environment for the children in his/her care.
- Plan and implement a rich, child-focused, developmentally appropriate curriculum for the
- children in his or her care. Share weekly plans.
- Ensure that we meet state guidelines and that reports are submitted.
- Gather data about each child and keep records that lead to completion of summary reports. The data will be gathered for these reports through anecdotal records, developmental checklists, and portfolios.
- Understand and implement positive behavior management.
- Assist in the general operations of the classroom, including but not limited to: serving meals and snacks, cleaning the classroom when the children have left.
- Attend in-service training and local conferences, and read articles or books that keep him/her abreast of issues and trends in early childhood education.
- Complete all necessary continuing education as required by state, NAEYC and licensing.
- Participate in early childhood staff meetings, and all staff meetings.
- Support, cooperate with, and communicate with other administration,
- Maintain a positive attitude, and contribute to the general well-being of staff and students.
- Work and communicate with families in a positive manner, and on a regular basis.
- Communicate with parents by phone once per month, and send home newsletters.
- Work assigned hours, be punctual, and be regular in attendance
- Behave, speak, and dress in a professional manner.
- Carry out any other task as may be required by the lead teachers or early childhood directors, and carry out the goals and philosophy of the program.
Complexity of Work:
Within the scope of the job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment, and adapt to change quickly.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required
Minimum Qualifications:
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
- Valid Driver’s License and have the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle, as demonstrated by good driving record
- First Aid/CPR training as required by the State of Indiana
- Up to date Fingerprints/background check, drug screening as required by the State of Indiana
- Knowledge and ability to facilitate growth of the program.
- Ability to lead ministry work within the classroom while maintaining academic and social standards.
- Respect and love for children.
- Disposition to work positively with others.
- Able to meet requirements per licensing/ministry regulations
Education:
Minimum of Associate’s degree or CDA in Early Childhood (preferred), or experience in early childhood development programs with a plan to gain CDA or pertinent degree within one year of being hired.
Edna Martin Christian Center (EMCC) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
To apply send cover letter and résumé to employment@ednamartincc.org
EMCC Family Navigator (Bilingual)
Department: Martindale Brightwood Education Zone
Job Summary: The Edna Martin Christian Center’s (EMCC) Family Navigator is a position based within the Indy East
Promise Neighborhood.
The Family Navigator will support families to address their most pressing needs through connections to resources and
services. They will work to develop a trusted relationship to be able to provide support and resources that the family
determines important. The Family Navigator is responsible for working directly with families, building one-on-one
relationships, linking them to and facilitating networks of support, and coordinating the enrollment and referral of
families and children to partner services within the IEPN and MBEZ. Working within a cross-functional family services
team, this position ensures the availability of program supports in the home for all family members that will support the
family’s pursuit of stability and the success of the child’s academic pursuits. Finally, this position will assist in
coordinating school-based and community-based awareness efforts to ensure utilization of community based
programming and engagement opportunities.
The Family Navigator position requires the staffer to work as a liaison between EMCC partners, staff and families to
provide resources to families and students within the IEPN and its target schools. This position requires organizing
individualized meetings with families, the ability to take knowledge of existing programs and resources and put together
informative and engaging opportunities for children and families. The Family Navigator will complete the ASSM and
youth goals, connect the family to intensive 1:1 case coaching services in order to obtain CWF services, and maintain
regular communication with the family using a variety of outreach efforts.
The purpose of this position is to ensure that all students and families within the IEPN have access to individually
connect with the Navigator at their assigned school and link them to resources and networks of support. The Navigator
will be provided regular technical assistance, professional development, consultation, training and team casing for
families.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
- Reports to the MBEZ Director
- Receives and manages referrals from school and community partners
- Recruits, assesses and enrolls families into EMCC programs and services
- Assist the family head of household with resources to address the family's level of need after completion of the Arizona Self-Sufficiency Matrix
- Enters relevant and timely updates into appropriate data systems on a regular basis
- Serve as the family’s liaison with other agencies to ensure a warm handoff and continuity toward progress;
- Work collaboratively with all EMCC staff and community partners regarding community opportunities, services,
and resources - Attend cross-functional team and aligned community meetings
- Assists in the development of quarterly success stories as well as quarterly, bi-annual and annual reporting as
needed; - Assists in the coordination of community awareness efforts related to available programs and services including,
but not limited to, preschool enrollment, parent engagement workshops, behavioral health resources,
afterschool programming, housing opportunities, mentoring programs, and others based on individual family
and student needs - Attends community events (as needed) to support recruitment and program marketing
- Works to create and maintain positive working relationships with families at school and community-based sites
- Completes ongoing professional development as it relates to the role
- Provides five types of supports for referred families, including information and education, resources for
instruction and skill development; instrumental, guiding families in how to accomplish tasks necessary for
moving through systems, empathy and affirmation and advocacy for families and children within systems, as
well as teaching families how to advocate for themselves.
The preceding statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of tasks and functions for this position. Other tasks
and functions may be assigned as needed to fulfill the mission of the organization.
Edna Martin Christian Center (EMCC) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity
and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status,
disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
Interested applicants should submit their cover letter, outlining why they consider themselves an excellent candidate for the position, as well as their resume, to employment@ednamartincc.org with the subject line: Employment Interest: Family Navigator
Parent as Teacher – Parent Educator
Job Summary: The Edna Martin Christian Center’s (EMCC) Parents as Teachers (PAT) Parent Educator is a position based within the Martindale Brightwood Education Zone department, serving the IndyEast Promise Neighborhood (IEPN), and reports to the Director of Early Childhood Special Initiatives.
The purpose of this position is to implement the Parents as Teachers (PAT) model, emphasizing parent-child interaction, development centered parenting, and family well-being in their work with families. Utilizing the PAT Foundational Curriculum in diverse, equitable, and inclusive ways, the Parent Educator partners, facilitates, and reflects with families. This is accomplished by providing education in the form of personal visits, group meetings, screenings, and linkages to a network of resources for parents and children.
Training required (provided upon hire), including but not limited to:
- Training specific to agency systems, including but not limited to: Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, Canva, etc.
- Training specific to priority populations, grant & model requirements, which may include: Reflective Supervision, Penelope Data System, ETO, Parental Supports & Parenting Curriculums, Strengthening Families, Mental Health First Aid, Mandated Reporter & Stewards of Children, Five Protective Factors & Social Determinants of Health, Domestic Violence 101 and 102, Parent Educator Safety, substance use disorder specific sessions, and ACES to Resiliency
- Parents as Teachers Model Implementation, Foundations I, Foundations II
- FSSA Health & Safety Models
- Ages & Stages Questionnaire (ASQ-3 and ASQ-SE)
- Other trainings, as assigned
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Attend Foundational and Model Implementation training for certification for children ages 0-3 years
- Provide regular parent education through regular personal visits both virtually and in person when safe to do so, implementing the Parents as Teachers Foundational curriculum
- Assess family needs and provide developmentally appropriate information, guidance, and support to parents
- Conduct all required screenings under program guidelines and fidelity requirements
- Work with the PAT team to organize, plan, coordinate, and facilitate monthly group activities
- Represent the Parents as Teachers program at various community events supporting families and/or young children
- Coordinate services with other EMCC programs and community programs offering resources to parents and their young children
- Recruit initial caseload, and engage in recruitment activities on a regular basis to replace exiting families
- Plan, provide, and document personal visits focused on parent-child interaction, development centered parenting, and family well-being
- Use the PAT Foundational curriculum to share research-based information with families
- Invite families to group meetings to give families the opportunity to build social connections with each other, engage in parent-child interaction activities, and increase their knowledge of ways to support children’s development.
- Maintain and submit in a timely way all required family and program documentation to meet program fidelity and funder requirements
- Organize supplies and materials needed to complete personal visits, etc.
- Participate in at least 2 hours of individual reflective supervision, 90 minutes of group reflective supervision monthly, 3 hours of PAT team huddle monthly and at least 2 hours of staff meetings monthly
- Obtain competency-based professional development and renew parent educator certification annually
- Participate in continuous quality improvement
Qualifications Needed:
- Associate’s degree, or at least 60 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, social work, psychology, or other related field
Or
A high school diploma or equivalent and 3-5 years experience working with children and families
- Bilingual preferred
- Experience working with young children and families
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to establish rapport with families and empower them by building on their strengths
- Strong organizational, and detail-oriented record-keeping skills
- Ability to comfortably speak with individuals about PAT and attend community events for recruitment purposes
- Ability to work independently and be self-motivated (work is often away from the office)
- Computer literacy; including Google and Microsoft applications
- Ability to complete the Parents as Teachers Foundational and Model Implementation trainings before delivering PAT services
- Familiarity with issues surrounding family poverty
- Commitment to working with diverse populations and families
- Provide services in a culturally appropriate and sensitive manner
- Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality
- Demonstrate ability to work as an effective member of a team
- Maintain current certification as a Parent Educator by completing the required professional development hours for years of service
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and periodic Saturdays
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Valid Indiana Driver’s License and proof of valid vehicle insurance
- Reliable vehicle
The preceding statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of tasks and functions for this position. Other tasks and functions may be assigned as needed to fulfill the mission of the organization.
Edna Martin Christian Center (EMCC) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity EEO) employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
EMCC Community Engagement Manager
Job Title: Community Engagement Manager
Department: Community Family Initiatives
FLSA Status: FT Exempt, Salary
Job Summary: Edna Martin Christian Center is seeking an experienced, highly motivated, and organized
individual to serve as its Community Engagement Manager. The role will support EMCC and its
implementation role as part of the IndyEast Promise Neighborhood initiative. The IndyEast Promise
Neighborhood (IEPN) is Indianapolis’ local initiative under the scope of the US Department of Education
Promise Neighborhood initiative. IEPN engages with local partners and stakeholders to improve the
overall quality of life of children and families in the geography by increasing resident, family and
community engagement and aligning coordinated partner efforts to ultimately prepare students success
from birth to and through post-secondary plans.
The program’s vision is to ensure that all children in the targeted geography have access to great schools
and strong family and community support systems that will allow them to obtain an excellent education
and successfully transition to college and a career.
This position is primarily based at EMCC’s centralized offices, supporting the implementation of key
Martindale Brightwood Quality of Life initiatives and programs, but will also spend time engaging with
community partners with the IndyEast Promise Neighborhood boundaries.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Community Engagement and Outreach:
○ Actively engage individuals, families, and community leaders in Martindale-Brightwood
and Near Eastside neighborhoods to build relationships and trust.
○ Identify and connect with key stakeholders including residents, local businesses,
nonprofits, and faith-based organizations to foster partnerships and encourage
community participation.
○ Facilitate regular community meetings and events that promote engagement, dialogue,
collaboration, and shared decision-making.
○ Support the execution and evaluation of authentic community feedback including, but
not limited to, an annual community survey.
○ Coordinate EMCC representation at community events to increase awareness and
recruitment efforts
○ Collaborate with residents and goal captains through the Community Advisory Board
and Quality of Life Plan
2. Partnership Development:
○ Cultivate relationships with local organizations, service providers, schools, and
government agencies to align resources and create opportunities that improve
neighborhood conditions.
○ Serve as a liaison between the community and external partners, including faith
institutions, advocating for the needs and priorities of stakeholders.
3. Program Collaboration and Implementation:
○ Collaborate with residents through the Community Advisory Board to identify
community needs and co-create initiatives that address issues such as housing,
education, economic development, health, and safety.
○ Lead or support at least two neighborhood engagement projects annually.
○ Collaborate with youth in the community to identify needs, interests and support
including co-facilitation of the Youth Advisory Board.
○ Coordinate and implement workshops or training sessions that empower residents to
advocate for their neighborhood’s well-being.
○ Collaborate with other EMCC program staff to assist with the design and
implementation of aligned programming with school and community partners.
4. Capacity Building and Resident Leadership:
○ Empower community members by identifying and developing resident leaders who can
drive change within their neighborhoods.
○ Encourage active participation in local decision-making processes, including
neighborhood associations and community advisory boards.
5. Data Collection and Reporting:
○ Track and monitor community engagement efforts and the progress of neighborhood
quality of life initiatives.
○ Collect feedback from community stakeholders, residents and partners to assess the
impact of programs and make adjustments as needed.
○ Collect success stories, community opportunities and impact stories to coincide with
data. Prepare and present reports as required.
6. Advocacy and Resource Mobilization:
○ Assist in securing funding or in-kind resources for community projects and programs.
○ Keep residents informed of available resources and opportunities that can enhance their
quality of life.
Education and Experience:
○ Bachelor’s degree in Community Development, Social Work, Public Administration, or a
related field preferred; or 3-5 years of equivalent work experience
○ Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in community organizing, outreach, or
neighborhood development
○ Familiarity with the Martindale-Brightwood and Near Eastside neighborhoods preferred
Qualifications:
● Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in collaborative initiatives
● Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in schools or community setting
● Experience working effectively with various community stakeholders including administrators,
teachers, parents, and students
● Experience with school-based integrated services and/or collaborative services
● Passionate about community-driven solutions and empowering residents.
○ Collaborative and inclusive approach to problem-solving.
○ Self-motivated, with a strong commitment to social justice and equity.
○ Flexibility and willingness to work evenings and weekends as required by community
○ Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage a diverse
range of community members and partners.
○ Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and initiatives
simultaneously.
○ Ability to facilitate meetings, build consensus, and resolve conflicts.
○ Understanding of systemic issues affecting urban neighborhoods, including poverty,
education, housing, and health disparities.
○ Cultural competency and the ability to work respectfully in a diverse community.
Edna Martin Christian Center (EMCC) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We
celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual
orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by
law.
Interested applicants should submit their cover letter, outlining why they consider themselves an
excellent candidate for the position, as well as their resume, to employment@ednamartincc.org with
the subject line: Community Engagement Manager
EMCC Parents as Teachers Supervisor
Job Title: EMCC Parents as Teachers Supervisor
Department: Martindale Brightwood Education Zone
Reports To: Director of Early Childhood Initiatives
FLSA Status: Exempt Salary, range $48,000-52,500
Job Summary: The Edna Martin Christian Center’s (EMCC) Parents as Teachers (PAT) Supervisor is a position based within the Martindale Brightwood Education Zone department, serving the IndyEast Promise Neighborhood (IEPN), and reports to the Martindale Brightwood Education Zone Director.
The purpose of this position is to ensure that all students and families within the IEPN have access to the skills and resources necessary to prepare all to thrive academically, socially and developmentally.
Parents as Teachers (PAT) is an evidence-based parent education and support program designed to empower parents as their child’s first teacher. PAT utilizes a home visitation model, working with families, from pregnancy until their child enters kindergarten. PAT aims to improve parenting practices by increasing a parent’s knowledge of early childhood development. Through home visits and ongoing assessment, parent educators can provide early detection of developmental delays and health issues, help in the prevention of child abuse and neglect, and increase children’s school readiness and success.
The Martindale Brightwood Education Zone desires to equip parents with the tools and information to be their child’s most valuable teacher, trainer and mentor in life. This position will implement the nationally recognized Parents as Teachers Program for members of the Martindale Brightwood and Near Eastside community, providing access and support, ensuring efficacy and impact, and advocating and collaborating with early childhood partners across the city.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- The Parents as Teachers (PAT) Supervisor will supervise home visitation activities in the communities we serve
- General responsibilities include directing, coordinating, and supporting Parent educators as they work directly with caregivers of children, providing information regarding child development and social emotional learning using strength-based, evidenced-based curriculum and activities. Collaboration will be key within the organization and with other area community partners. Performance Evaluations will be conducted in accordance with agency policies
- Coordinate and monitor service delivery in accordance with PAT Essential Requirements, PAT Quality Standards, and affiliate policies/procedures
- Recruit families within priority service populations
- Supervise parent educators & maintain appropriate documentation, including but not limited to:
Provide a required amount of individual reflective supervision monthly to each parent educator
Provide orientation and support onboarding process for new parent educators
Conduct at least two hours of staff meetings monthly that cover administrative topics, program data, case discussion, peer support, and skill building
Observe parent educators delivering services within three months after training and then at bi-annually thereafter
Observe group connections
Complete an annual performance evaluation of each parent educator, including professional development goals, as well as file reviews
Ensure that parent educators obtain necessary professional development
- Ensure that staff have access to necessary supplies needed
- Monitor service documentation, data collection monthly and quarterly
- Engage in quality assurance & continuous quality improvement activities
- Work with PAT Data Support to
Accurately and promptly enter referrals
Enter & verify visit data
- Attend training, meeting, and professional development opportunities associated with agency, grant and programming requirements.
- Offer referrals and support Family Success Team in pursuing & obtaining additional program participants
- Other duties as assigned
Training required (provided upon hire), including but not limited to:
- Training specific to agency systems, including but not limited to: Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, Canva, etc.
- Training specific to priority populations, grant & model requirements, which may include: Reflective Supervision, Visit tracker, ETO, Parental Supports & Parenting Curriculums, Strengthening Families, Mental Health First Aid, Mandated reporter & Stewards of Children, Five Protective Factors & Social Determinants of Health, Domestic Violence 101 and 102, Parent Educator Safety, substance use disorder specific sessions, and ACES to Resiliency
- Parents as Teachers Model Implementation, Foundations I, Foundations II
- FSSA Health & Safety Models
- Ages & Stages Questionnaire (ASQ-3 and ASQ-SE)
Requirements:
- Bachelor Degree in early childhood education, social work, health psychology or related field (or equivalent degree outside the US) – preferred
- 3-5 years of experience working with families and young children
- Strong interpersonal skills
- A commitment to reflective supervision, data collection, and continuous quality improvement
- A commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility
- Excellent computer, verbal and written communication skills
- Passionate about community-based, grassroots processes
- Valid motor vehicle operator’s license & insurance for reliable vehicle
- Background check
- Ability to work flexible hours, as required by programming
- Ability to lift 50lbs
The preceding statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of tasks and functions for this position. Other tasks and functions may be assigned as needed to fulfill the mission of the organization.
Edna Martin Christian Center (EMCC) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity EEO) employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
Interested applicants should submit their cover letter, outlining why they consider themselves an excellent candidate for the position, as well as their resume, to employment@ednamartincc.org with the subject line: Employment Interest: PAT Supervisor
Education and Training Specialist
Job Title: Education and Training Specialist
Edna Martin Christian Center (EMCC) works to improve the quality of life for residents in the Martindale-Brightwood community and throughout Marion County. Guided by our commitment the Education Training Specialist (ETS) will support individuals and families access to Occupational Skills Training and a range of wrap-around services. Our ETS will work with individuals to help achieve outcomes focused on improved education, employment, financial management, and overall financial stability.
Job Requirements:
The Education Training Specialist works to ensure each participant is receiving educational assistance across all service areas. If warranted, adults may be enrolled in the Center for Working Families (CWF) or the Community Solutions and Entrepreneurship Center based on eligibility requirements.
Specific responsibilities include: Adult Education & Training
● Conduct educational assessments for participants that include TABE and HSE testing to ascertain placement in available programs and options
● Work with HSE/ABE programs housed at EMCC to ensure participants are engaged and making adequate progress
● Develop and train internal occupational skills training certifications
● Monitor outcomes of certifications, HSE/GED and trainings
● Develop profiles of additional occupational skills training on the DWD providers list
● Provide 1:1 educational assistance when needed
● Develop relationships with external training providers to partner or to sustain current relationships and referrals to internal and external occupational skills training
● Refer participants to educational options (including post-secondary) and/or employment training opportunities as applicable
● Foster partnerships with Ivy Tech, Marian University, Martin University, IUPUI, UIndy and other educational institutions to create positive options for participants
● Foster partnerships with employers that starting wages are $18+ Data & Development
● Monitor client’s eligibility to ensure funder compliance
● Ensure enrollment and development screening tools are completed in accordance with the time frame of internal processes.
● Accurately create and manage participant files; ensure data is correctly entered into the Efforts to Outcomes (ETO) and/or SalesForce, a client management system with internal deadlines
● Perform follow-up assessments and subsequent data entry according to internal deadlines
● Attend professional development workshops and seminars to further develop expertise
● Attend local round-tables and other learning/networking opportunities in order to deepen knowledge of coaching/case management best practices and resources available for clients
Position Requirements
● Ability to work with diverse populations. Previous work experience with the target population, and/or the ability to provide services in a culturally sensitive manner.
● Bachelor’s degree from a four-year accredited institution or 3-5 years of direct case management, coaching and training experience required
● Previous work experience in the social services sector preferred
● Knowledge of the Center for Working Families bundled services model preferred
● Ability to work within an interdisciplinary team as a cooperative and successive team member
● Knowledge of education systems, community resources and the ability to build relationships
● Excellent written, verbal, communication and organizational skills
● Technologically savvy with solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office, databases and the internet. Efforts to Outcome (ETO) and/or SalesForce experience a plus.
● Must be available to work a flexible schedule beyond normal business hours
● Able to advocate for participants to access additional education and/or training opportunities
● A strong understanding of personal finances, particularly in the areas of budgeting, asset building and credit building
● Competent at following directions, filling out forms, and applications (both paper and online)
● Knowledge of educational assessment tools including administration, scoring and interpretation of results that will benefit participants preferred
● Ability to multi-task a variety of activities and remain focused on the best customer service.
Edna Martin Christian Center (EMCC) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
