Job Title: Community Autism Resource Education Support Coordinator

Job Summary: As a limited tenure Community Autism Resource Education Support Coordinator, your primary responsibility is to provide comprehensive support to families navigating a new autism diagnosis. This is a 16-month grant project March 1, 2024- June 30, 2025, to increase outreach, individual and group support and materials to help with system navigation for families of children with disabilities with a focus on families of children with autism in underserved communities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Family Outreach:
• Conduct outreach to families affected by autism through various channels, including community events, social media, and local organizations.
• Provide information, resources, system navigation assistance to families in the early stages of a new autism diagnosis.

• Outreach to Diverse Families:
• Develop strategies to reach and engage diverse communities, ensuring inclusivity and cultural humility.
• Collaborate with community leaders, cultural/ethnic organizations, and advocacy groups to better understand and address the unique needs of diverse families.
• Tailor outreach materials to be culturally relevant and accessible to different communities.
• Work to ensure materials are accessible in multiple languages.
• Building Partnerships:
• Establish and maintain partnerships with local schools, healthcare providers, community organizations, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate with professionals in the field of autism to enhance the network of support available to families.
• Organize joint events, workshops, and training sessions with partner organizations.
• Facilitating Support Groups:
• Organize and facilitate support groups for families with members diagnosed with autism.
• Provide a safe and empathetic space for sharing experiences, strategies, and coping mechanisms.
• Bring in guest speakers or professionals for specialized topics related to autism.
• Creating Materials for Families:
• Develop educational materials, guides, short videos, and resources to assist families in understanding and navigating the challenges associated with autism.
• Ensure that materials are accessible and tailored to diverse audiences, including those with different linguistic and cultural backgrounds.
• Utilize various formats such as printed materials, online resources, and multimedia presentations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, education, or a related field. Master's degree is preferred.
• Knowledge of autism spectrum disorders and the challenges faced by individuals and families.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Candidate will have strong interpersonal relationship skills and possess the ability to navigate challenging circumstances.
• Experience in community outreach and partnership development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse communities.
• Familiarity with resources and services available for individuals with autism.
• Must possess strong computer/technical skills and be able to navigate various software programs as well as social media platforms.
• The ideal candidate will be bilingual. Fluency in multiple languages is preferred.
• Candidate will possess pedagogical knowledge and experience with teaching adults. This includes creating educational materials.

Attributes:

• Compassionate and empathetic.
• Candidate will have an awareness of their intrinsic biases and ability to mitigate when needed.
• Proactive and self-motivated.
• Thrives working independently.
• Self-starter.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Adaptable and open to learning about evolving autism-related research and practices.

Misc:

• Flexible hours - days, evenings, weekends
• 40 hours/week
• Flexible work locations - in office, virtual, in the community
• Travel between regions 9 & 10 will be expected

Submission Requirements:

• Cover letter
• Resume/CV
• Letter of recommendation

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Rochester, MN 55901