Job Opportunities with Metropolitan Family Service

Metropolitan Family Service is always looking for qualified and dedicated employees committed to helping us strengthen the community. If you are looking for an opportunity to apply your skills and enthusiasm to help people in the Portland area, we would love to talk with you about our current openings listed below.

Because together, we can do more.

Program Assistant – Financial Coaching – Part-time –  Ways to Work program - Bi-literate in Spanish required

MFS is seeking a part-time (8-10 hours/week) Program Assistant to provide financial coaching through our Ways to Work program. Successful candidate will have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED; BA or BS preferred. Must have demonstrated experience in presenting curriculum to adults. Knowledge and experience in financial literacy education and working with low income families is required. Successful candidate will be highly organized and able to manage multiple projects and details. Excellent communication skills required. Must be able to read, write and speak fluently in Spanish and English. Excellent computer skills are also needed. Position  may require some evening hours. Benefits are not available with this position. Job #FCW1207.

Temporary Program Assistant – Foster Grandparent Program – Part-Time - Limited Duration

MFS is seeking a part-time (18 hours/week) Program Assistant for our Foster Grandparent program. Successful candidate will have a minimum of high school diploma or GED, college coursework preferred. Must have 1-2 years of experience in office administration and experience with older adults is strongly preferred. Successful candidate will be highly organized and able to manage multiple projects and details. Excellent communication skills required. Excellent computer skills are also needed. Position will be January 2010 – June 2010, but may end prior to June 2010. Position requires availability to work 4 days per week, 4.5 hours per day. Benefits are not available with this position.

Job #FGP1208

Part-Time Transportation Assistant – Project Linkage – Benefit Eligible

MFS seeks experienced part-time driver to provide direct service & transportation for older adults & disabled clients with Project Linkage program. Must have current, valid driver license, experience with passenger transport, able to drive 14 seat minibus, assist clients with wheelchairs & scooters & safely lift minimum of 30 lbs regularly. Position provides client transport to shopping & medical appointments. Position is 20 hours/week and requires availability 4-5 days per week. Excellent customer service skills required. Positions offers competitive salary DOE & full benefits package. Job#PTA1209

On-Call Transportation Assistant – Project Linkage – Limited Duration

MFS seeks experienced on-call driver to provide direct service & transportation for older adults & disabled clients with Project Linkage program. Must have current, valid driver license, experience with passenger transport, able to drive 14 seat minibus, assist clients with wheelchairs & scooters & safely lift minimum of 30 lbs regularly. Position provides client transport to shopping & medical appointments. Position requires availability during weekdays during regular business hours (8:00 am – 5:00 pm). Excellent customer service skills required. Position is of limited duration (January 2010 – June 2010 or earlier). Job#OCTA1210.

MFS offers a competitive salary and a supportive and positive work environment. Full job description available at www.metfamily.org. Email resume and cover letter noting job number and salary expectations to [email protected] or fax at (503) 249-1480; mail to MFS, 2200 NE 24th Avenue, Portland, OR 97212. You must include the job number in your submission. Information sent to us without job number indicated will not be considered.

Metropolitan Family Service is actively recruiting persons from various ethnic and cultural backgrounds to enhance service to our diverse communities. Diverse candidates and bi-lingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Older adult applicants are also encouraged to apply. MFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.