What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Support Worker (Public Health Aide) position at Albany County Department for Children, Youth and...?
This vacancy is for a Public Health Aide (Family Support worker) in the Healthy Families Home Visiting Program.
The duties of this position would include, but are not be limited to managing a caseload of assigned families; establishing positive, productive, and professional relationships with client families; promoting parent-child interaction, family functioning, and development of self-sufficiency; assessing family functioning and making appropriate referrals for additional resources and services as needed; serving as a liaison between the family and other service providers.
The candidate for this position should possess strong organizational and time management skills, effective communication skills, strong writing skills, work well with diverse populations, and possess a working knowledge of Albany County community resources. Additionally, have the ability to collaborate and coordinate services and work with various providers to assist families.
Principal Job Duties:
Manage a home visiting caseload, with direction and support from program supervisor. Responsible for outreach activities, coordination of services of families, and assistance with specific health care, social, educational and employment activities and referrals. Organize schedule with the supervisor to accommodate needs of families and program requirements. Work assignments are directed by the Senior Public Health Aide. Does related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
Possession of a high school diploma or general equivalency diploma.
Special Requirement:
1. Valid NYS driver's license.
2. Ability to work flexible hours including evening.
3. Successful clearance from the State Central Registry in the New York State Office of Children and Family Services (Background investigation is conducted by the appointing authority).
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $35,674.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $35,674
