Diversity Parent Education Coordinator bei San Andreas Regional Center

Description

Join San Andreas Regional Center – Where Every Role Matters.

San Andreas Regional Center (SARC) is one of 21 regional centers in California, funded by the State and rooted in the values of the Lanterman Act. As a community-based nonprofit, we are dedicated to supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in living full, independent, and inclusive lives.

Join a diverse, mission-driven team that is passionate about making a meaningful difference every day. If you care deeply about equity, advocacy, and social impact— SARC is the place for you.

JOB SUMMARY: While maintaining good public relations with the community and implementing the vision of the Agency, this position assists with the Language Access and Cultural Competency Grant Measures and Grant Activities.        

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

A person in this position will facilitate parent support groups in all four counties served by SARC at a minimum of once/month with language interpretation if needed in Spanish, Vietnamese, or other language needs. The African American parent education group will be supported at a minimum once/month to ensure SARC information on services is being properly distributed. The Parent Education Coordinator will research topics and presenters for parent support meetings in all four counties served by SARC. The Parent Education Coordinator will attend monthly meetings with the Enhanced Caseload Unit and Diversity Inclusion Manager to discuss topics of priority and to provide progress on measures and Grant Activities. Parent Education Coordinator will assist with SARC events and ensure language needs are addressed. Parent Education Coordinator will attend monthly team meetings with SARC Grant Coordinator, SARC Language Specialist, SARC Diversity Inclusion Manager and other employees interested in language access to coordinate outreach events, trainings, and meetings with stakeholders such as Disparity Task Force, Community Based Organizations, and Family Resource Centers. Participate in other diversity and inclusion related duties. 

MONTHLY STIPEND FOR BILINGUAL SPEAKING!

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and future.

Employees receive free medical coverage (yes, free for employees!), along with free dental and vision insurance for your dependents. 

Our benefits include a CalPERS pension plan, offering rare, long-term financial security through a lifetime pension, excellent health benefits, and overall career stability. Additional benefits include a 403(b) retirement plan, flexible spending accounts, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

You'll also enjoy:

• Five days of paid education leave per fiscal year
• Vacation time, sick leave, 12 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays!  
• Life insurance, with options for additional coverage
• Access to an employee discounts portal full of great deals
• We offer flexible work schedules and select hybrid positions, promoting a healthy and balanced work-life experience. And      that’s just the beginning — explore the full list of benefits on our careers website! (**Benefits apply to eligible employees.)

Requirements

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree preferred. Minimum training and experience equivalent to completion of twelfth grade. Two years of experience working with people with developmental disabilities, families, event/outreach coordination.

SPECIAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Bilingual/Spanish or Vietnamese preferred.

• Knowledge of office practices and procedures
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher
• Strong attention to detail 
• Strong project schedule planning follow-up within timelines
• Ability to work outside regular business hours and occasional weekends
• Ability to work collaboratively with others.

OTHER:

Use of an automobile, possession of a valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance for the minimum amount prescribed by law or the ability to provide independent transportation.