Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $40,600.00 - $69,600.00
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Professional development opportunities
Employee assistance program
Retirement Plan

Job Description

Children's Home Society of Florida (CHS) is a longstanding, mission-driven organization that has been serving the children and families of Florida since 1902. With over a century of history, CHS has grown and evolved to meet the changing needs of families through innovative behavioral health, case management, community, and early childhood solutions. The organization prides itself on working closely with families and children to empower and encourage them while providing proactive support services. CHS leverages advanced technology and a dedicated, experienced team distributed throughout the state to positively impact the lives of children and families for generations to come. The organization has built a reputation as a leader in delivering high-quality services that promote the well-being of vulnerable populations, especially focusing on foster care and literacy initiatives. Known for its uplifting mission-driven culture, CHS offers ample opportunities for professional growth, career development, and meaningful community impact. Employees are valued for their commitment to social service, empathy, and passion for making a difference in the lives of children and families across Florida.

The Literacy Coordinator position at CHS is a full-time hybrid role that requires travel throughout Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties. This role is dedicated to promoting literacy and a love for reading by organizing, coordinating, and facilitating literacy-focused events and activities targeted at engaging families. The Literacy Coordinator will collaborate with community partners, schools, and libraries to raise awareness and participation in literacy programs such as the New Worlds Reading Initiative. This role involves extensive event planning including logistics, marketing, attendee recruitment, and educational workshop hosting to support parents in fostering their children's literacy skills. The Literacy Coordinator is also responsible for tracking program attendance, collecting feedback, analyzing data to improve events, and fulfilling reporting requirements.

In addition to community engagement, the Literacy Coordinator contributes to creating a positive and engaging work environment, demonstrating CHS's core values, participating in ongoing training, and helping foster a collaborative culture within the department. This person must be adept at managing multiple projects under tight deadlines and be comfortable working independently with minimal supervision. A key component of the role includes educating and interacting directly with diverse client populations in sensitive situations, maintaining confidentiality, and providing high-quality customer service. The position suits a passionate and adaptable individual who can bring energy and dedication to the organization's mission of improving lives through literacy and education. Ultimately, the Literacy Coordinator helps CHS uphold its legacy of excellence and innovation in child and family services across Florida, making a lasting impact in local communities while advancing their professional career within a respected, historic organization.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in education, literature, communication or related field
  • Florida driver’s license within 30 days from hire
  • daily access to a reliable and insured vehicle
  • One year experience in event planning, coordination or project management
  • Bilingual in Spanish preferred
  • Strong knowledge of community resources, literature and education trends
  • Proficiency in MS Office including Word, Excel and Outlook
  • Ability to work autonomously with general supervision
  • Ability to perform under pressure in fast-paced diverse environments
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries
  • Ability to meet deadlines with accuracy and quality
  • Strong problem-solving and documentation skills
  • Commitment to high customer satisfaction
  • Energetic and adaptable with a passion for social service
  • Ability to supervise and coach others
  • Effective interaction with diverse populations
  • Ability to set limits and protect clients
  • Full-time availability
  • Ability to travel throughout Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties
  • Compliance with background screening through Florida Agency for Health Care Administration

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in education, literature, communication or related field from an accredited university
  • One year experience in event planning, coordination or project management
  • Bilingual in Spanish, preferred
  • Knowledge of various community resources, literature and education trends
  • Skills in planning, project management, organization and time management
  • Interpersonal relationship building, collaboration and teamwork
  • Proficiency in computer systems and MS Office including Word, Excel and Outlook
  • Ability to perform at a high level of autonomy with general supervision
  • Ability to handle stressful, sensitive situations and preserve confidentiality and professional boundaries
  • Ability to meet critical deadlines while maintaining attention to detail, accuracy and quality
  • Ability to solve practical problems and document results using sound judgment
  • Commitment to providing high customer satisfaction with positive service delivery results
  • Energetic, passionate and adaptable with a deep commitment to social service, empathy for children and families
  • Ability to supervise others and coach to accomplish goals
  • Ability to interact effectively with diverse children and families
  • Ability to set appropriate limits and boundaries with clients and act decisively to protect clients when necessary

Job Duties

  • Collaborate with communities and coordinate events to promote a love for reading and literature
  • Plan, host, and facilitate family education workshops focused on supporting their children with literacy skills
  • Coordinate logistics such as booth setup, signage, decorations, and promotional materials
  • Recruit and manage attendees including marketing, registration, and information sharing leading up to and following each event
  • Assist eligible families in registering for the New Worlds Reading Initiative
  • Develop marketing strategies to raise awareness and drive attendance to workshops
  • Collaborate with schools, libraries, and community partners to promote events
  • Research and stay updated on current literary trends, award-winning titles, and educational resources
  • Design and facilitate activities that encourage reading comprehension, critical thinking, and creativity
  • Interact with attendees during events, providing recommendations and insights about the available books
  • Foster a positive and welcoming atmosphere that encourages exploration and discovery among participants
  • Track attendance and participant feedback for each event
  • Analyze data to assess the success of each event and identify areas for improvement
  • Fulfill ongoing and annual reporting requirements
  • Develop a strong knowledge base and stay current on job-related issues and trends
  • Participate actively in departmental meetings, training and education, as well as the quality process
  • Comply with CHS’s code of conduct, policies, procedures and other obligations
  • Assist with training other team members and providing back up when necessary
  • Pick up projects on the fly
  • perform other duties as assigned from time to time
  • Demonstrate the CHS Common Bond values in the performance of all job duties

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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