Community Programs Assistant

Job Opportunity: Community Programs Assistant

Overview:

Centro de la Familia is seeking a motivated and community-focused Community Programs Assistant to help expand access to educational programming within the Spanish-speaking community. In this role, you will support recruitment, retention, and advocacy efforts for both youth and adult learners, while assisting with family needs assessments and program evaluations. You will also provide direct support to the Community Programs Manager through planning, coordination, and program operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead implementation and facilitation of core programs across age groups, including:

1. Nuevo Día: Guide sessions focused on social-emotional learning for elementary students and families to foster effective communication.
2. Plazas Comunitarias: Support Spanish-speaking adults earn their primary and secondary education certificates.
3. Safe Dates: Assist in delivering curriculum to middle school students centered on building and maintaining healthy relationships.

• Assist in other current or future grant programming, including—but not limited to—Abriendo Puertas, Colega, Treasure Chest, and Deseret Industries and Bishop Storehouse voucher distribution.
• Conduct scheduled home visits to assess and understand family needs, ensuring programs adapt responsively.
• Represent and promote programs at community events, schools, and outreach venues.
• Build and nurture relationships with referral sources and program partners.
• Ensure timely data entry for all program activities and adhere to grant reporting requirements (monthly, semi-annual, annual).
• Maintain accurate participant and program documentation; adhere to confidentiality protocols.
• Assist in creating promotional materials (both print and digital) and support logistics for events and scheduling.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Maintain effective communication and professional relationships with staff, participants, and partners.
• Execute all agency and program policies.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor to fulfill agency goals.

Special Requirements:

• Available until 6:30 p.m. on Wednesdays and Thursdays for evening programming. 
• Plan and lead monthly Saturday field trips. 
• Willing to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed.

About CDLF:

At Centro de la Familia, we are not just educators, we are dream builders. Our warm, vibrant environment is designed to cultivate curious minds, explore boundless possibilities, and create lasting memories. We believe that every child is a unique story waiting to be written, and we take pride in walking alongside families as trusted partners in early learning and development.  

Just as we nurture the potential of every child, we are deeply committed to supporting the growth and success of our staff. At Centro, you’re more than an employee—your part of a mission-driven family that values your voice, your expertise, and your well-being.  

Why You’ll Love Working with Us:

• Great Pay & Benefits – We offer strong compensation and comprehensive benefits to support your health and financial well-being.
• Professional Growth – Access to continuous training, certifications, and clear career development opportunities.
• Supportive Mentorship – Work alongside experienced mentors and coaches who are invested in your success.
• Work-Life Harmony – A positive, respectful workplace that values balance and healthy boundaries.
• Wellness & Inclusion – Thrive in a culture that prioritizes wellness, connection, and a strong sense of belonging.
• Recognition & Appreciation – Your dedication doesn’t go unnoticed — we celebrate your contributions regularly.

Who Are We:

We are passionate about our work and the incredible children and families we have the privilege to support. We have been dedicated to Community and Family Engagement since 1975, have been operating Head Start Programs since 1991, and have experience managing programs in challenging, isolated, and underserved areas. Our curricula and programs are rooted in science, and we are committed to the professional growth of minority communities. Plus, our team includes bilingual and bicultural staff to ensure inclusive and culturally sensitive care.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred: Experience working with youth, children, or in community program settings.
• Fluent bilingual skills in English and Spanish highly preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively one-on-one, in small groups, and with community organizations, schools, and local officials.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both languages. Strong interpersonal skills with cultural competency and experience working with diverse populations.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.