Parent Education Coordinator- Spanish Bilingual

Company: Mid-Columbia Center for Living
Location: The Dalles
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Working Title: Parent Education Coordinator Program: Children and Family Report to: Clinical Supervisor or Clinical Services Manager Pay Range: This position will have a 5% increase from the base pay below due to the Spanish Differential. $28.80- $35.01/hour Location: On-site, The Dalles, Oregon ( May travel within the five designated counties (Gilliam, Hood River, Sherman, Wasco, and Wheeler) Hours/FTE: 1 FTE (37.5 hours); The schedule for this role is Monday-Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm. However, is required to work up to 3 shifts a month for after-hours and weekend work. During those times, the regular schedule may be flexible to equal no more than 37.5 hours/week of work. FSLA Status: Non Exempt The Parent Education Coordinator - Bilingual will support the Standard Outpatient program, Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), and parenting classes within the Children and Family Services (CFS) department. This is a shared position with Four Rivers Early Learning and Parenting Hub. This role is responsible for providing support to the implementation of the Oregon Parenting Education Collaboration Grant work plan under the direction of the Early Learning and Parenting Hub Director. The role works closely with the MCCFL Parenting Education and Children and Family services team, as well as the advisory board. The Parent Education Coordinator – Bilingual must have strong communication and community collaboration skills, with specific emphasis on establishing partnerships with organizations who support parents in the designated service area. This role will provide all services using both the English and Spanish language as needed. Mid-Columbia Center for Living (MCCFL) is a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) that specializes in providing services that are both trauma-informed and recovery-oriented to persons / consumers with mental illness and addictions. Trauma-informed care includes safety, choice, collaboration, trustworthiness and empowerment for both clients and staff. MCCFL serves Hood River, Wasco and Sherman Counties and utilizes a consumer-involved, consumer-engaged and consumer-driven model. MCCFL provides a whole-person care approach to adults and children to address both physical and mental health needs. MCCFL offers a variety of programs including a mobile crisis unit, intensive case management, ongoing counseling, community support, supported employment, jail diversion, hospital discharges, hearings and more. What you'll need: Any combination of education, licensure, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the position’s essential responsibilities is qualifying. This includes: Certified as a Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA) by the Mental Health and Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) or register as QMHA-R within 14 days of hire. Three (03) years of experience working with families and children with severe emotional disturbances and/or early childhood education is required. Experience facilitating groups for adult learners is required. Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate weekday evening events until 7:00pm, as well as occasional weekend events. Bilingual fluency in Spanish/English is required. Must pass all criminal history check requirements as required by ORS 181.536-181.537 and in accordance with OAR 407-007-0200 to 407-007-0370. Must possess a valid Oregon or Washington Driver’s license, maintain an acceptable driving record, and be insurable for client service purposes or possess an alternate means of reliable transportation. What you'll do: (The following list represents the essential responsibilities (functions) of the position. It does not, however, represent all of the duties the position may be asked to perform): Use both English and Spanish as needed to perform all essential responsibilities. Assess the comprehensive needs of children and families including their current and potential strengths. Assess the comprehensive needs of the community through asset mapping and needs assessments to gather a full picture of what is happening in the region, and serve to identify needs that are not being met. Coordinate among community partners to organize parenting series, workshops, and family engagement events as outlined in the Four Rivers Parenting Education Work Plan (including onsite support of parenting series). Support MCCFL and Hub with scheduling parent education series and workshops in ways that are coordinated with other events in the community to avoid duplication and maximize resources Actively recruit families through various strategies including the creation and distribution of promotional materials, such as flyers and brochures, to support parent participation. Work closely with Hub Communications designee to utilize social media and web-based tools to recruit and inform parents of educational opportunities. Competently track parent education data, share parent education information with appropriate community partners, and submit regular reports to funders and supervisors by requested timelines. Collaborate with MCCFL and Hub staff to provide coordination of and support for Regional Early Childhood Committee and Parent Education advisory meetings. Work with MCCFL and Hub team to evaluate the responsiveness and effectiveness of the parent education series and workshops by ongoing data collection and analysis. Provide assistance with securing needed resources such as financial assistance, transportation, educational services, and treatment services as appropriate. Facilitate parenting skills training in both class and individual settings, using approved parenting skills techniques and strategies. Serve as a central referral point for families and communities seeking parent support. Monitor and assess the quality of programming using guidance provided by the Hub and Oregon Parent Education Collaborative. Provide progress or attendance information to the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), as needed. Serve as an advocate for the child and family as appropriate. Utilize agency clinical software system to prepare current client records of treatment and reports as necessary and required. Responsible for the maintenance and timeliness of all records, progress notes, and other required documentation. Complete all necessary documentation related to parent support, including submission of feedback forms and surveys from attendees. Perform data tracking and reporting. Maintain current knowledge of administrative rules and statutes that govern the work. Support the goals of continuity and coordination of care across multiple services and systems over time. Must travel between work sites/locations within the five designated counties (Gilliam, Hood River, Sherman, Wasco, and Wheeler) using own reliable transportation. Attend trainings and other professional development used to increase skill set. Regular and reliable attendance; professional communication with all contacts; maintain confidentiality. Four Rivers Early Learning Hub Additional Essential Responsibilities (The following list represents the essential responsibilities (functions) of the position. It does not, however, represent all of the duties the position may be asked to perform): Collaborate and foster good working relationships with community partners across all sectors (with a focus on education and health). Utilize identified templates, prepare basic contracts, service agreements, and/or Memorandums of Understanding. Participate in grantee conferences, conference calls, and site visits as directed by Hub Administrator. Provide support and assistance to Hub Administrator to complete annual reports, and strategic planning processes and updates. As directed by the Hub Administrator, pursue and develop community partnerships and funding opportunities to leverage programming and operational costs. Purchase supplies for the programs. What we’ll do: We recognize your value and will strive to keep you engaged and appreciated. The selected candidate will receive: Competitive salary, dependent on experience. 95% employer-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees only. Low deductible plans for family coverage through PEBB PERS Retirement Contribution 11 Holidays including 1 floating holiday 10 vacation days a year for non exempt employees 12 sick days a year Education reimbursement and loan forgiveness- HRSA! The hiring process: Application review Questionnaire (if additional information is needed) Panel Interview Possible second-round panel interview Conditional Offer DMV Record Review, if the position requires driving 10 Panel Drug Screen(Although recreational marijuana use is legal in the state of Oregon, you will not be considered for this position if you’re unable to pass a pre-employment drug screening due to federal regulations.) Criminal History check through Orchards BCU Reference check Licensure Primary Source Verification MCCFL provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request accommodation in the recruitment or selection process, please contact human resources at 541-288-4359 or email hr@mccfl.org. Powered by JazzHR R2wXbIz0Cy

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