Group Leader I

General Description of the job KEEP is an evidence-based support and skill enhancement program for foster and kinship parents of children ages 2-3 (KEEP Toddler), 4-12 (KEEP Standard), and teens (KEEP SAFE). The Bilingual KEEP Group Leader leads 16-week groups in English and Spanish that take place online via videoconference. Each weekly session is 90 minutes and is a blend of peer-support and manualized curriculum. All KEEP sessions are recorded for model fidelity and coaching support. Prior to running the groups, KEEP Group Leaders will participate in a 5-day training on the KEEP model with trainers from Oregon Social Learning Center Developments, Inc. (ODI). The KEEP Group Leader will be responsible for communicating with participating families prior to and during KEEP groups, facilitating evening KEEP group sessions in English and Spanish, attending weekly coaching with ODI, and completing project data entry promptly and accurately. Equipment such as a laptop may be provided, although the employee is expected to maintain adequate Internet and Wi-Fi equipment suitable to Remote Desktop connect via VPN. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Attends KEEP trainings, including mandatory training October 21st-25th 9am-1pm Works with the KEEP recruiter to schedule KEEP groups (sometimes multiple concurrent groups at once, depending on program needs) Engages participants post-recruitment prior to KEEP group start Runs KEEP group sessions for foster and kinship parents (90-minute weekly sessions) in English and Spanish and make-up sessions Completes the weekly Parent Daily Report (PDR) phone call with each household and enters PDR data into the fidelity website (FIDO) Prepares for each session by reviewing the manual material, coaching feedback, and the group’s PDRs. Sets up the Zoom meeting prior to foster/kinship parents’ arrival, e.g., setting the video to record, having handouts available for Zoom presentation Sends reminder email to participants each week before session Uploads all KEEP session videos to FIDO immediately after each session Enters session data into FIDO (attendance, engagement ratings, self-evaluation) immediately after each session Prepares for and attends weekly KEEP coaching and clinical meetings Other Duties and Responsibilities Other project-related tasks as needed Behavioral Competencies Strong social and time management skills Excellent communication and problem-solving skills Work is monitored regularly; requires a significant level of interpretive judgment; will make some independent decisions or choices between existing methods and procedures Flexibility is required in regard to work schedule and time; must be available to accommodate the scheduling needs of participants Qualifications and Experience BA/BS degree with coursework appropriate to the position and 2-years related experience or equivalent combination of training and experience appropriate to the position Experience working with populations with diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds Effective verbal and written communication skills Bilingual in English and Spanish Skilled with the use of computers and other modern office equipment Detail oriented with a high level of attention to detail Willingness to role-play, try new skills, and be receptive to feedback Prior group facilitation experience Experience delivering an evidence-based practice Knowledge of the child welfare system, especially foster care, preferred Experience and comfort with virtual meeting technology preferred Physical, Mental, and Visual Demands Must be an active listener Must follow a manualized curriculum Must type or otherwise input data into a computer May need to sit for periods of time (3-4 hours) Proficient in interpreting both spoken and written communication in English and Spanish Equipment, tools, machines used while performing job Laptop computer Cell phone Virtual meeting platforms Vehicles or moving equipment used while performing the job NA Standards/Expectations for person performing the job. After completion of training period employee must deliver KEEP groups according to model fidelity. These standards will be discussed during the training period This position requires 5-15 hours per week according to a flexible schedule that includes weekdays, weekends and evenings. KEEP group schedule varies according to the availability of the participants Must also be available to participate in at least weekly check-ins with supervisor, coach, and team meetings Must demonstrate responsibility, professionalism, and dependability in daily work habits Must exercise good judgement, effective problem-solving strategies, and appropriate interpersonal skills in various settings Supervision Workers, if any, person performing the job will supervise NA Working Conditions ODI Office or your personal home This position can support remote work Application Requirements This job description covers some, but not necessarily all, tasks, requirements, working conditions, and physical demands of the position described. It is difficult if not impossible to anticipate and describe every aspect of a particular job over the duration of that job. Oregon Social learning Center reserves the right to revise this job description or assign additional or different duties and responsibilities to the person performing this job as it deems necessary to ensure efficient operation of the center. If you think you are ideal for this position, we encourage you to apply by completing the electronic on-line job application on the OSLC website at https://www.oslc.org/careers or on the ODI website at http://www.oslcdevelopments.org/employment/. Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application for consideration. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and this position will remain open until filled. Department/Grant: KEEP 2 Oversight, TeleKEEP Supervisor(s): Grant Estrin Posting Date: 9/27/24 Closing Date: Open Until Filled Starting Date: asap Job Level: 5 (new) Hours: Hourly , 5-15 hours per week Position Status: Non-Exempt Schedule may include: Weekdays Weekends Evenings ODI will verify/require the following: Confidentiality Agreement Required Criminal History Employment Verification