Children's Activity Provider

Description

WHO WE ARE

Since 1993, The Pathfinder Network (TPN) has been providing justice-system impacted individuals and their families the tools and support they need to be safe and thrive in our communities. We serve individuals experiencing incarceration, those reentering the community, those on forms of community supervision, their families, and their children, within 9 of Oregon’s 11 corrections facilities and in the community in Multnomah, Jackson, Marion, and Clackamas Counties. We develop and deliver a comprehensive scope of evidence-based, trauma-, gender- and culturally-responsive cognitive behavioral-based programs, including our proprietary, evidence-based curriculum Parenting Inside Out, which is the highest-rated parenting skills curriculum for parents involved with the criminal justice system. Our community programs feature holistic wraparound individual and group support and services. We serve an average of 3,000 people a year agency wide.

We show up for our employees by providing support and resources in six key areas that make up our total package, and we always strive to expand on what we offer: compensation, development, wellness, benefits, recognition and service. This includes:

• Generous paid sick time
• 17 paid days of significance each year
• Extended holiday days of significance with a week off at the end of the year and 3 4-day weekends
• Paid 30-minute lunch breaks
• Mental wellness hours
• 401k retirement plan with 3% employer contribution, fully vested immediately
• Supplemental virtual healthcare for employees and dependents 
• Employment with TPN may mean you are eligible for Public Service Student Loan forgiveness
• Employee recognition program, staff appreciation awards and swag store
• Bilingual pay differential for eligible positions
• Shared Leadership model and opportunities to contribute to agency success and growth
• Development opportunities and trainings

We are intentional about building a healthy and thriving organizational culture and envision a community of staff, partners, volunteers, and donors who are deeply committed to equitable, just and anti-racist practices in every facet of our organization. We engage in continual learning and seek ways to operationalize equitable and inclusive practices. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design and deliver solutions.

At TPN, we envision communities that welcome all people, provide second chances, and create pathways to change. We believe all people have the capacity to change. We honor the dignity and worth of every individual, engage our clients and employees with compassion, and bring excellence to all we do. To learn more, go to https://www.thepathfindernetwork.org/about/.

HIRING PRACTICES

We admit that there is no such thing as the perfect candidate. Don’t be discouraged if you don’t meet each and every position requirement – instead, use your application to let us know what excites you about the role and what transferable skills or other qualities you would like to bring to TPN!

If reasonable accommodation or an alternative form of this application are needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Director of People and Culture at [email protected] or 503.892.5396.

TPN hires a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce strengthens our organization. We value diversity and support a positive and welcoming environment where all employees can thrive.

In practice, this means we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a parent, marital status, political affiliation, or military or veteran status. We also take seriously the idea that our work benefits from a genuine commitment to diversity, by considering applications from individuals representing all kinds of backgrounds.

WHAT YOU WILL BE COUNTED ON TO DO 

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background.

The Children’s Activities Provider supervises, leads hands-on, prepares and provides activities, and monitors the safety for children (ages 6 weeks and up), during parenting classes and family events. 

Responsibilities 

• Create and provide structured activities and care for children ages 6 weeks and up during classes and family events. 
• Set up children’s activities room prior to each class and family engagement event. Set up includes vacuuming and wiping down tables, chairs, and toys when needed. 
• Assist with class preparation and setting out of meals. Provide back up for meal preparation, as needed. 
• Keep children’s activities room clean and orderly, and clean room at the end of each shift.   
• Assist with closing the Center after each shift, which includes taking trash out, putting food away, and locking doors. 
• Assist with taking inventory of children's activities materials and keeping pantry organized and clean.  
• Maintain notes for each evening of children's activities and communicate important information to Children’s Activity Team. 
• Assists with preparing materials and supplies for classes and other services provided to participants and families.  
• Maintain professional standards and boundaries. 
• Engage in compassionate, professional, and client-oriented behavior in carrying out the duties of the position. 
• Attend staff meetings and required training. 
• Act as a mandatory reporter of child abuse. 
• Assist Family Support Coordinator, as directed. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

Participation in Shared Leadership (=5% of your time) 

• Be a champion in the shaping and sustaining of a diverse, equitable, inclusive and just workplace, with a focus towards creating racial equity. 
• Participate on cross-departmental teams or committees regarding organizational policies, processes and work environment 
• Participate in Temporary Teams, Equity Team, Employee Resource Groups, and other teams 
• Contribute individualized skills, knowledge, experience and expertise to help the agency reach its mission 

WHO YOU WILL BE COUNTED ON TO BE  

Required Cultural Values: Staff are expected to embody certain cultural values to support TPN’s mission: communicate effectively, value one another, show respect, demonstrate accountability, display a high level of self-awareness, participate in shared leadership and continuous growth and learning, live values of diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and belonging, and engage in personal work to further DEIJB values and impact. 

Commitment to Racial Justice. Staff are expected to interact effectively across racially diverse teams, partners, and experiences, apply a racial equity lens in their work and commit to the ongoing work required to move TPN toward a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive and just organization. 

Requirements

Experience and skills we are interested in:  

• Must be at least 18 years of age 
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent 
• Experience in the care of infants and/or small children (paid or unpaid), ages 6 weeks and older 
• Experience working with children with special needs, preferred 
• Experience working with diverse populations, preferred 
• Basic level computer capabilities in use of databases, web-based environments, word processing, email, and spreadsheets. 
• Must pass a background check, employment verification, and drug screen (which does not include testing for marijuana). 

OTHER INFORMATION 

Working Conditions/Travel Requirements 

This job operates within a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. 

The Pathfinder Network follows public health guidance for any public health emergencies and will remain in compliance with any vaccination or isolation requirements from partner agencies.  

The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 

This is a part-time, non-exempt position working up to 16 hours each week. Days and typical hours of work between Monday through Thursday, 5:00pm to 8:30pm, however, work outside the normal schedule for training or weekend work may be required as needed. 

Please note that this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Compensation and Benefits: This is a non-exempt, part-time position. The hiring range for this position is $20.00 - $20.60 per hour, DOE. Pay offers are determined in conjunction with an internal pay equity assessment.

For more information on our total compensation and benefits, visit The Pathfinder Network • Work With Us