ProX Resource Coordinator

Reports to:     Program Director

Salary:    $40.00 per hour (anticipated maximum # of hours 1100 or less)

Terms of Employment:     September 18, 2023 through August 3, 2024

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Please apply here.

GENERAL PURPOSE

The primary objective of this position is to offer an elevated level of clinical expertise, serving as a valuable resource for ProX interns by delivering comprehensive intervention services and facilitating access to a wide array of resources. In this position the resource coordinator will play a pivotal role in enhancing the educational experience and professional development of ProX interns, ultimately contributing to their growth and success within the program.  Secondarily, the resource coordinator will assist outreach coordinators in cultivating positive and productive relationships with youth, parents, community, and civic networks to drive recruitment for the ProX program.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Provide an advanced level of clinical knowledge to assess the needs of ProX interns.

• Offer guidance and support in navigating complex clinical issues or challenges faced by interns.

• Develop and implement individualized intervention plans tailored to each intern's unique requirements.

• Develop strategies for trauma sensitive program implementation.

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive database of resources, both internal and external, that can benefit ProX interns.

• Maintain precise and confidential case records, encompassing intern progress notes, contact logs, referrals, reports, and assessments, in both paper and electronic formats.

• Collaborate with interns to identify their specific resource needs and connect them with appropriate services and programs.

• Continuously update and expand the available resource network to ensure the highest level of support.

• Improve intern socio-emotional wellness by leading consultations with ProX staff.

• Provide trauma-informed and solution-focused interventions, crisis response support, conflict mediations and other social emotional support to interns and families.

• Foster positive parent partnerships by promoting understanding of interns' challenges, encouraging constructive involvement in addressing those challenges, and enhancing awareness of available resources. This may involve home visits.

• Design and deliver educational workshops, training sessions, and seminars aimed at enhancing the skill set and knowledge base of ProX interns and staff.

• Foster a positive and engaging learning environment that encourages intellectual growth and personal development.

• Mentor and guide ProX interns in setting and achieving their professional development goals.

• Provide constructive feedback and support to help interns strengthen their professional skills and competencies.

• Promote opportunities for networking and skill-building within the program.

• Collaborate with Outreach Coordinators to identify potential candidates for the ProX program.

• Assist in developing outreach strategies to engage youth, parents, and community stakeholders.

• Foster positive relationships with community and civic networks to enhance recruitment efforts.

• Establish and maintain positive and productive relationships with ProX interns, creating a supportive and trusting atmosphere.

• Engage with parents and guardians to ensure they are well-informed and involved in their child's participation in the program.

• Act as a liaison between interns and external partners or agencies.

• Assist in organizing and participating in recruitment events, such as informational sessions or career fairs.

• Collect and analyze data related to recruitment efforts to identify areas for improvement.

• Develop and implement creative recruitment strategies to attract a diverse pool of candidates.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include compliance with state and federal laws; program policies and procedures; crisis management and disciplinary process and procedures

• Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating standard office equipment including utilizing pertinent software applications; marketing and communications planning and managing projects and programs; preparing and maintaining accurate records; organization and planning; data analysis and report writing

• Ability to schedule several activities, meetings, and/or events; routinely gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment.

• Ability to lift 25lbs and transport promotional program materials to and from various sites. 

• Collaboration with others in a wide variety of circumstances

• Ability to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups

• Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans.

• Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: establishing and maintaining effective working relationships; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities; working with multiple projects, frequent interruptions, and changing work priorities; working with detailed information/data

and maintaining accurate records; maintaining confidentiality; and facilitating communication between persons with varied perspectives
 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree (ex. psychology, sociology, Therapy, Social Work), master’s degree (ex. Counseling, Therapy)

• License(s): Licensed Professional Counselor (LPN), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

• Equivalency: 5+ years of industry experience required.

• Prior experience with youth and relationship management preferred.

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

• Job Type: Full-time (Seasonal)

• Monday to Friday (occasional evenings and weekends during intense program schedule)

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment is hybrid with significant in-person meetings and site visits.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, contractor(s) may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were written out in this job description.