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Statewide Family Services Coordinator

San Diego, CA · On-site

$21.25 - $28.25/hr

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping ... Bachelor's degree required in Social Work, Public Administration, Human Services, International ...

Theirc

Statewide Family Services Coordinator

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$21.25 - $28.25/hr

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping ... Bachelor's degree required in Social Work, Public Administration, Human Services, International ...

Theirc

ESOL Intern - Fall 2026 (UNPAID)

Richmond, VA

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping ... Develop critical thinking skills,clientsservice skills, andcross-globaleducation and social work ...

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Youth Intern (Fall 2026)

Silver Spring, MD · On-site

$15.50 - $20.75/hr

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping ... Mentor track: preferably in Education, Counseling, Social Work, Youth Development, Career ...

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Statewide Family Services Coordinator

International Rescue Committee

San Diego, CA • On-site

$21.25 - $28.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

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Job description

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.
The Family Support Coordinator is a regionally based role responsible for ensuring the effective, equitable, and culturally responsive coordination of family support services across California's Regional Network Hubs (RNH). Coordinators serve as the primary regional point of contact for Family Support Specialists and local partners, supporting service delivery, referrals, and stabilization efforts for immigrant families.
This role bridges statewide strategy and local implementation by translating program directives into regionally tailored approaches. Family Support Coordinators provide hands-on guidance, technical assistance, and oversight to subgrantees to ensure high-quality, compliant, and trauma-informed service delivery aligned with program goals.
Key Responsibilities
Regional Coordination & Service Delivery
  • Serve as the primary regional liaison for Family Support Specialists, subgrantees, and community partners
  • Coordinate delivery of family support and stabilization services, ensuring timely and equitable access across the region
  • Support and monitor referral pathways to address client needs, including basic needs, case management, and supportive services
  • Ensure services are delivered using trauma-informed, culturally and linguistically appropriate practices
Implementation & Program Operations
  • Translate statewide directives from the Project Director, Partnership Coordinator, and Oversight & Technical Assistance Coordinator into regionally responsive implementation strategies
  • Adapt program models to reflect local conditions, partner capacity, and community needs while maintaining fidelity to statewide standards
  • Support development and rollout of tools, SOPs, and service protocols at the regional level
  • Ensure consistent implementation of service delivery models and performance expectations
Subgrantee Support & Technical Assistance
  • Provide hands-on guidance and technical support to subgrantees and Family Support Specialists
  • Conduct regular check-ins, site visits, and performance monitoring to ensure quality and compliance
  • Identify capacity gaps and provide targeted training, coaching, and problem-solving support
  • Reinforce adherence to program standards, reporting requirements, and compliance expectations
Quality Assurance & Compliance
  • In partnership with MEAL Coordinator and Project Director, monitor regional program performance to ensure alignment with grant requirements, workplans, and reporting timelines
  • Support subgrantees in maintaining accurate documentation, data quality, and reporting systems
  • Identify risks or challenges and escalate issues to leadership as needed
  • Promote continuous improvement through data tracking, feedback loops, and best practice sharing
Partnership Development & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with local service providers, community-based organizations, and stakeholders
  • Facilitate regional coordination meetings, case conferencing, and collaborative problem-solving
  • Support alignment between partners to strengthen service networks and referral systems
  • Represent the program in regional convenings and cross-sector collaborations
Communication & Cross-Regional Alignment
  • Serve as a key communication bridge between statewide leadership and regional partners
  • Share regional insights, challenges, and successes to inform statewide strategy
  • Participate in cross-regional coordination efforts to ensure consistency and shared learning across hubs

Required Qualifications
Education
  • Bachelor's degree required in Social Work, Public Administration, Human Services, International Development, or a related field
  • Master's degree preferred in a relevant field (e.g., Social Work, Public Health, Nonprofit Leadership, or similar)
  • Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered
Experience
  • Minimum 4-6 years of experience in nonprofit program implementation, case management systems, or community-based service delivery
  • Experience working with immigrant, refugee, and/or vulnerable populations, including application of trauma-informed approaches
  • Demonstrated experience supporting multi-partner or multi-site programs, preferably across a defined region
  • Experience providing technical assistance, training, or coaching to staff or partner organizations
  • Familiarity with referral systems, service coordination, and stabilization services
  • Experience working with or supporting subgrantees or community-based partners
  • Experience navigating grant-funded programs, including compliance and reporting expectations
Core Competencies
  • Regional Coordination & Implementation - Ability to operationalize strategy and adapt to local contexts
  • Trauma-Informed & Culturally Responsive Practice - Deep understanding of working with diverse communities
  • Technical Assistance & Capacity Building - Ability to coach, guide, and strengthen partner performance
  • Relationship Management & Collaboration - Strong partnership-building and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Program Monitoring & Accountability - Ability to track performance, ensure compliance, and support improvements
  • Communication & Facilitation - Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
  • Problem Solving & Adaptability - Ability to navigate complex challenges and evolving program needs
  • Organization & Time Management - Ability to manage multiple priorities across a regional portfolio
Working Environment
  • Hybrid role combining remote work, office collaboration, and regular field-based engagement across Northern California
  • Requires frequent regional travel and semi-frequent statewide travel for coordination and convenings
  • May require occasional evening and/or weekend work to support partner and community needs
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving priorities

Compensation: (Pay Range: $70,304 - $81,536) Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.
PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS
All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.
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US Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $163 per month, dental starting at $6.50 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.
Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. At work in over 40 countries and 28 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home. Domestically, our 28 offices across the U.S. ensure new arrivals have food, shelter, and clothing, and work with refugees to help them gain self-sufficiency.

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Company size

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Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

Year founded

1933

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