The New York Foundling · 1 month ago
Fatherhood Family Development Coach
Staten Island, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expThe New York Foundling is a nonprofit organization that supports families and individuals in navigating challenges related to foster care, conflict, and poverty. The Fatherhood Family Development Coach empowers fathers and families to achieve self-sufficiency and strengthen relationships through goal-driven coaching and community resource connections.
ChildrenFamilyNon Profit
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive assessments and co-create Family Action Plans with clear, measurable goals within 5 days of enrolling into the program. Ensure at 80% of participants achieve two or more short-term goals (e.g., securing employment, completing training, or improving housing stability) within 4 months
Facilitate 4 workshops on a monthly basis and conduct one-on-one weekly sessions to strengthen practical skills in parenting, financial literacy, employment readiness, and navigating city systems. Track short-term goals and discuss progress
Provide financial literacy training and connect families to employment, education, and workforce programs. Ensure and track that participants experience measurable income or employment improvement during program participation
Help families navigate public systems such as housing, child support, and education. Maintain a 95% ( or appropriate unit of measurement) completion rate for resource referrals and track at least three ( or the appropriate unit)successful connections per participant to community supports
Respond promptly to urgent participant needs and provide stabilization support. Document and resolve 100% of reported crises within five business days, ensuring no participant disengages from the program due to lack of support
Maintain accurate, up-to-date documentation in compliance with program standards. Meet or exceed all Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) including participant retention (85%), goal achievement (95%), and program satisfaction (95%)
Participate in supervision, team meetings, and professional development to enhance coaching strategies, strengthen cultural competence, and drive continuous improvement in family outcomes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Counseling, Psychology, Family Studies, or a related field
Minimum 2+ years of experience in case management, family development, social services, or community outreach
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Email
Excellent written and verbal communication
Demonstrated ability to speak effectively and professionally in public to a variety of audiences
Able to deliver effective instruction via workshops/trainings in a hybrid setting
Compassionate and patient, and sensitive to the needs of our target population
Knowledge of coordinating, organizing, facilitating and promoting events to engage participants
Familiar with political and cultural landscape of NYC
Must complete Building Connections to Mental Health Training and Family Development Training within one year of hire
Bachelor's Degree from a U.S. accredited educational institution or Credential Evaluation for a non-U.S. educational institution
Preferred
Experience working with fathers, families, or similar populations strongly preferred
Company
The New York Foundling
The New York Foundling is a non-profit organization that provides skills training and activities for children, adults, and families.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Michael Kurtz
Chief Financial Officer
Cathyliz Lopez
Human Resources Business Partner
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