Position Title: Youth Services Coordinator (Program Analyst 2/two positions) (Bilingual Spanish Encouraged/Preferred)

Initial posting Date: 12/04/2023

Application Deadline: 12/17/2023

Location: SSP Design | D00 | Salem - Summer | My Future My Choice Unit – DHS

Work Type: In Office/Remote, Limited Duration- 3 yrs.

Recruitment Type: Open competitive

We want you to join our Team!

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are actively working to build an equitable agency with the Equity North Star as our guide toward our vision of an agency free of racism, discrimination and bias. We believe that teams in which everyone can show up as their full authentic self are key to creating a thriving workforce that can better serve communities. We welcome members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to apply.

Would you like an opportunity to make a positive impact on Oregonians in need of support and resources? Would you enjoy working with a diverse team that is passionate about serving children, families, and communities? If so, we'd love to hear from you!

We are seeking two Youth Services Program Trainers (Program Analyst 2) to join our My Future My Choice Team (MFMC). This position provides technical support, coordination and training to ensure the My Future-My Choice Program is delivered with efficacy and is part of a comprehensive strategy to reduce rates of teen pregnancies, sexually transmitted infections, and sexual violence. Responsibilities associated with the role include development and delivery of curriculum trainings to teen leaders and adult facilitators, organizing and coordinating with internal and external partners specific to MFMC related events, recommending program improvements and revision of training materials as needed, providing consultation services to local program coordinators, monitoring of program outcomes and participating in program evaluation, and working with local coalitions and local school districts to provide technical assistance around the development of a comprehensive approach to youth sexual health. You will serve in one or more regions.

For travel information, please see Working Conditions listed in this job posting.

If you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), have questions or need assistance with the application process, please contact Michelle Ochoa via email Michelle Ochoa. Please be sure to include the job requisition number.

Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), A place to belong and make a difference!

• When you join the ODHS, you join a community of over 10,000 employees dedicated to serving and helping Oregonians achieve wellbeing and independence through opportunities that protect, empower, respect choice, and preserve dignity.

• Connect with ODHS Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and find a place to belong, build community and participate in shared learning. ERGs are employee-driven committees that support each other as well as the ODHS' overall mission and vision.

• We are committed to building an antiracist and equitable agency. Equity is foundational to our role as a human services agency and we are committed to integrating equity into all we do. The Equity North Star has four points that explain the agency's goals related to equity, inclusion, and racial justice.

• We know that life is unpredictable and ODHS cares about keeping you well. Enjoy a work-life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, and competitive benefits packages including health, dental, vision and much more!

What you need to qualify

• A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a degree related to the agency program that demonstrates the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and two years experience coordinating or administering a program

OR

• Any combination of experience or education equivalent to five years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skill requirements listed for the classification.

Essential attributes

We are looking for candidates with:

• Must have ability to use or learn excel for budget management and tracking.

• Must have the ability to use or learn Microsoft Suite for digital collaboration.

• Must have the ability to keep accurate records and utilize file maintenance procedures.

• Bilingual Spanish Encouraged/Preferred (One of Two position(s) is Encouraged, one is Preferred)

• Experience in sexual health education or related field.

Please be sure to clearly describe how you meet these attributes within your application materials. These attributes will be used to determine which candidates will be selected to move forward in the process.

Your duties at a glance

My Future-My Choice provides an age-appropriate sexuality education curriculum as an integral part of the health education content required by state standards. MFMC is a comprehensive, medically accurate, inclusive and trauma informed sexuality education curriculum to that meets the 6th grade and 8th grade requirements of Oregon's Health Education Standards, including Erin's Law and House Bill 2509. Program coordination

• Program training

• Program monitoring

• Contract and grant management

• Assessment and evaluation of training implementation

As a Youth Services Coordinator, you will:

• Work with local schools, school districts and health departments to ensure they understand program guidelines, requirements and protocols associated with grant funding.

• Develop and annually review content, practices, procedures, and training materials used by the teen leaders, classroom facilitators, program coordinators and classroom teachers.

• Collaborate with other state departments and community groups involved in youth sexual health activities such as the Oregon Youth Sexual Health Partnership and Sex Ed Steering Committee.

• Lead, coordinate and manage the statewide Teen Advisory Board (TAB), TAB mentor program and My Future-My Choice Advisory Group.

• Plan, coordinate and develop content for annual meetings and projects for the Teen Advisory Board and other MFMC related events.

• Coordinate and provide MFMC trainings (virtually/in-person) to teen leaders, classroom facilitators and program coordinators (4 – 8 hour trainings for up to 35 people).

• Collaborate with state partners and external contractors to provide skills-based training for teachers and youth serving professionals.

• Attend required grant trainings and conferences as needed. Some may require out-of-state travel or be virtual trainings.

• Monitor program implementation to ensure contract compliance from sites.

• Provide on-going technical assistance to all service providers, such as county health departments, school districts, and community-based organizations.

• Monitor and collect data from assigned counties for data base entry compliance.

• Present program information and disseminate data and published material to parents, coalition groups, civic organizations, advisory groups, school boards, conferences, individuals, and the media.

• Prepare and submit progress reports to federal partners and assist with quarterly requests for reimbursement of federal grant dollars.

• Conduct site visits during grant year to observe and evaluate local program operation.

• Conduct participant evaluations and assist with analyzing data to provide program recommendations.

• Participate in the MFMC program evaluation and data collection as required by federal grant requirements.

Working conditions

• Position involves overnight travel including periodic weekend and evening hours and occasional out-of-state travel. Travel is heaviest during the winter and spring and minimal during summer months. Travel expenses will have reimbursement dependent on factors per ODHS Travel Reimbursement Policies

• Frequent contact with other state departments local health departments and school district personnel.

• May also include meetings with school boards, Parent-Teacher Associations, County Commissioners, and local Adolescent Sexual Health Coalitions.

• Frequent driving to reach outlying areas during the fall, winter and spring months and which may be in undesirable weather conditions.

• This position must have a valid Oregon Drivers License or be able to provide an alternate method of transporting themselves and other equipment needed for the job.

• Able to lift and transport training equipment and materials up to 35 lbs. and move and rearrange classroom furniture.

Application instructions & requirements

Your work history profile, cover letter, and resume are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and demonstrate your skills, lived and/or work experience that shows you are an excellent candidate for the position.

• A cover letter is required. Attach a cover letter that demonstrates how you meet the qualifications and essential attributes for the position.

• Please upload a resume or complete the work history profile. Note: Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application.

• Current State of Oregon employees: Apply via your employee Workday account.

• If you are not a current State of Oregon employee, view this application instructional video.

• After you submit your application, you will have additional tasks to complete in Workday. Please continue to check your Workday account throughout the recruitment process.

Additional requirements

• Finalists for this position will be subject to a computerized criminal history and abuse check. Adverse background information will be reviewed and could result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer or termination of employment.

• The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

• Requires a valid driver's license or another means to achieve necessary travel.

Helpful information

• This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

• This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.

• Have questions about Workday, and want some tips on understanding the state application process? Check out our Oregon job opportunities page.

• If you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to participate in the application or selection process, please contact ADA. Please be sure to include the job requisition number.

• For questions about the job duties or application process, please contact Michelle L Ochoa

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