Job Description

Join Our 'Ohana

Partners in Development Foundation is one of Hawai?i's foremost local nonprofits, operating since 1997. We lead with our values of aloha and service, supporting some of our most vulnerable youth and families throughout the state with education and programs that build healthy, resilient families and communities. We've served more than 148,000 family members in our 27 years of service (see pidf.org). This opportunity is a chance to work with and support a dynamic leadership team committed to making a difference in the lives of keiki and ?ohana. Explore the chance to join our team and contribute in a meaningful, rewarding, and positive work environment devoted to building a better Hawai?i for today and tomorrow.

Primary Purpose

Assist in delivery of the outreach programs of KP.

Essential Duties

Prepare for a High Quality Outreach Environment and Preschool Environment

Prepare materials and equipment; Assist with distribution preparations; Complete and submit assignments in a timely and acceptable manner.

Provide a High Quality Outreach and Preschool Environment

Establish, preserve, and cultivate positive, professional relationships with program participants, colleagues, and program partners with respect and care; Provide a program-approved physical learning and outreach environment for program participants; Assist with tent visits; Assist the KP Preschool Teams as assigned.

Preserve and Cultivate a High Quality Outreach and Program Environment

Participate in team discussions regarding issues and brainstorm solutions.

Other Duties

Other duties as assigned including, but not limited to, completing all forms and documentations such as reports related to grant objectives, professional development evaluations, and daily logs.

Work Hours

7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday or as otherwise determined by management; Position requires regular and predictable attendance; Some events and professional development may occur during nights or weekends.

Working Conditions

Designated program sites near or where participants reside, event sites, meeting and professional development sites; Office setting; Travel in program and/or personal vehicle to and from program sites;

Equipment Use

May include use of: vehicles (company, personal), electronics, and tools and equipment (used for site, prepping, office, facility, vehicle maintenance).

Mental, Physical and Communication Demands

Mental

Consistent adherence to the practice of Partners in Development Foundation's (PIDF) five core values that are used as a guiding force in the success of all of its programs; Be keenly aware of and attentive to program participants; Analyze and problem solve issues; Prioritize and focus on multiple tasks that require analysis and attention to detail; Possess and exercise strong interpersonal and organizational skills; Cope with stress that may be induced by the situations of our clients; Take responsibility and ownership for successfully accomplishing work and the organization's objectives and delivering results. Set high standards of shared performance for self and others; Actively demonstrate a commitment to support equity and inclusion, and serve as an advocate for colleagues, partners, and communities; Ensure work is thoughtfully completed, accurate, and error-free to the highest degree possible.

Physical

Participate in strenuous activities which may include loading/unloading of vehicles, washing of the vehicles, mats and tarps; set up/break down of tents; Sit and work on the floor and in chairs; kneel and bend; lift and carry (up to 40 pounds regularly); climb stairs, etc.; Outdoors: Exposure to sun, wind, dust, vog, animal dander, etc.; Indoors: Exposure to normal office environments, A/C, fans, etc.

Communication

Exhibit courteous and professional demeanor towards program participants, vendors and partners, staff and administration via verbal, written, physical, and electronic correspondence and in a timely manner; Use professional and respectful interpersonal and organizational skills; Maintain and handle highly confidential information properly; Conduct professional presentations and meetings.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent; Knowledge and understanding of Hawaiian culture and values; Preference: Some ECE coursework

Experience:

Some experience working with families and individuals in a caregiving capacity; Basic working knowledge of Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel) and Google Drive (Meetings, Docs, Sheets, Calendar); Proficient with email, internet researching, and virtual meeting and/or teaching platforms; Preference: Experience working homeless and/or at-risk families of KP's target population; with young children ages birth through five (5) in an educational setting; basic working knowledge of Canva.

Driving:

Valid driver's license; A safe and responsible driving record.

All applicants are advised that post conditional offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted, and they must successfully pass the drug test. Failure to submit to testing within the specified deadline or positive indications of drug use will render the applicant ineligible for employment with Partners in Development Foundation and any employment offer will be withdrawn.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Partners in Development Foundation is an EEO employer. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to all applicants, employees and program participants. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Name and/or Title: Cindy Quach, HR Director
Address: 2040 Bachelot Street, Honolulu, HI 96817
Telephone #: 808-521-2077

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, please visit the Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights Complaint Assessment System at http://wdcrobcolp01.ed.gov/CFAPPS/OCR/contactus.cfm for the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481.

All positions require that the incumbent have no record of any crime against a child or other vulnerable person. We conduct periodic criminal background checks as a condition of employment.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this classification. It is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job. Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this description. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday
Supplemental Pay:

Signing bonus
Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person