Fatherhood Engagement Specialist

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Fatherhood Engagement Specialist

Apply locations Columbia, Tennessee Waynesboro, Tennessee Lewisburg, Tennessee time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR-016818

Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

Job Description:

 Fatherhood Engagement Specialist

Job Qualifications: bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, health science, or a related field preferred and 1 year of experience in community outreach and/or working with at risk fathers/families with knowledge of maternal and child health: able to create a culture of respect; committed to program principles; and skilled in networking among agencies and individuals. Bilingual preferred. Must have reliable transportation, liability insurance and TN Driver’s License.

Summary of Job:

• Responsible for conducting community outreach to recruit expecting fathers and fathers of children under 18 months of age, reducing racial and ethnic disparities in infant mortality, development of fatherhood support groups; and implementation of an evidence-based fatherhood curriculum. Serving Marshall, Wayne, Moore, Van Buren, Warren, Jackson, and Fentress Counties in Tennessee.
• Lead community outreach efforts in order to reach and engage fathers in need of parenting education and support; Implement and facilitate the fatherhood curriculum in the home and group settings; Conduct health education and promotion activities; and Assist in the development of partnerships with other community serving organizations. Work collaboratively with team members.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for leading the care delivery team, working directly with participants to develop and implement Individualized Care Plans, and providing case management services, health promotion/education and parenting education. Roles include home visitor, case manager, care coordinator, health educator, parent educator and liaison.

Bachelor’s degree in counseling, psychology, or social work plus appropriate experience or associate degree in counseling, psychology, or social work plus appropriate experience with proof of enrollment and good standing in a regionally accredited bachelor’s degree counseling, psychology, or social work program. Bilingual preferred. Must have reliable transportation, liability insurance and TN driver’s license.

Compliance requirement for annual completion of KPI forms

Regular and Reliable Attendance is required

Other Duties and Responsibilities: As assigned by supervisor and leadership staff

Time Type:

Full time

Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and ten paid holidays
• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion employee resource groups
• Continuing education opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Centerstone does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our beliefs toward diversity and inclusion.

Our approach to diversity is simple—it’s about embracing everyone. Together, we continue to develop an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our employees. It powers our innovation and connects us closer to each other, to our clients and the communities we serve. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the growing world around us, and where everyone feels empowered, safe and welcomed.

About Us

Centerstone is a nonprofit health system providing mental health and substance use disorder treatments. Services are available nationally through the operation of outpatient clinics, residential programs, the use of telehealth and an inpatient hospital. Centerstone also features specialized programs for the military community, therapeutic foster care, children’s services and employee assistance programs. Centerstone’s Research Institute provides guidance through
research and technology, leveraging the best practices for use in all our communities. Centerstone’s Foundation secures philanthropic resources to support the work and mission of delivering care that changes people’s lives.