Provides in-home intervention to children and their families utilizing skill based, solution-focused models to help families adopt positive solutions to problems through the teaching of skills and behavioral techniques accessing community resources and support.

$5,000 Hiring Bonus

Flexible schedule

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

Provides casework and intervention services utilizing evidence-based interventions.

Provides case management support utilizing evidence-based interventions.

Acts as an advocate for children and families.

Develops and maintains effective working relationships with families and with community service resources.

Provides screening and assessment to determine program eligibility and identifies areas to address in the service plan if applicable.

Provides training and support in the development and utilization of functional skills to families with problems and individuals associated with the families.

Assesses problems and provides care to youth and families; monitors individual and family progress in the attainment of predetermined goals providing regular review and update of service plans.

Maintains appropriate level of direct contact with families per program requirements, and remains available to families 24 / 7, for crisis intervention as needed.

Provides consumers, including school personnel and others working with children served by the program, training in the management of difficult behaviors.

Promotes family self-determination by assisting family in identifying and accessing community services and resources.

Promotes culture of professionalism through role modeling and respect.

Meets with families and children at various locations; utilizes own vehicle to travel to work destinations and to transport youth as authorized.

Completes administrative functions in support of evidence-based interventions.

Reports any critical incidents involving family members or staff according to standard reporting guidelines.

Prepares proper documentation and service plans in a timely manner as defined by the program.

Ensures job duties are performed in compliance with all contractual, regulatory, program, and accrediting body standards.

Performs job responsibilities at a level of competency and effectiveness yielding positive outcomes for children and families ensuring children remain at home with their guardians when safe to do so.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of recognized interventions such as risk assessment and crisis intervention in order to address identified service needs.

Knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to youth care and the ability to learn, apply, and explain complex regulations and policies governing child welfare processes and services.

Ability to function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with youth, staff, and support agencies.

Knowledge of community resources and service providers available in the geographical area; knowledge of the functions and services of the community organizations and related human services.

Ability to communicate with individuals at all levels in the organization and with external business contacts in an articulate, professional manner while maintaining necessary degree of confidentiality.

Computer skills in Microsoft Office.

Knowledge of evidence-based interventions and fidelity of care.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree or Master’s degree from an accredited four-year college recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA);

or Associate of Arts degree in Human Services or related field from an accredited college or university plus the equivalent of two years of full-time experience in human services or related field required.

Possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record and pass an annual Motor Vehicle Registration (MVR) check required.

Ability to provide own transportation (mileage reimbursed) to complete travel requirements of the job required.

Meet auto insurance requirements established by Boys Town policy and / or State and Local laws required.

Available rotationally to provide crisis response and to work non-traditional business hours including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays required.

Will be trained and certified in evidence-based interventions or working towards training and certification required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of 1 year of experience including working with children and families preferred.

Experience working with children and families in community-based programs or Boys Town Programs preferred.

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We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results .

Last updated : 2024-05-29