What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Skills Specialist - Part Time position at Bethany Christian Services?
Requisition # : req14842
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Hours: Part-time
At Bethany Christian Services, we believe families provide the strongest foundation for care and connection. That's why we focus on strengthening and empowering families, always advocating for family-centered solutions to keep children safe. Our work began in 1944 with the care of a single child. Today, inspired by our faith, our aim is to demonstrate the love and compassion of Jesus in our services for children, youth, and families. Working at Bethany means joining a team of nearly 2,000 dedicated professionals with diverse skills, serving communities across the country. Together, we’re united in our mission and these shared values: we’re motivated by our faith, we support one another, we champion justice, we pursue excellence, and we’re in it for the long haul.
As a Family Skills Worker, you will be primarily responsible for providing outreach- based life skills services and interventions using the strength-based approach that help to stabilize families in crisis as evidenced by CPS involvement. This individual is responsible for meeting with client families in their homes and/or communities while demonstrating cultural sensitivity, compassion, and commitment to family preservation.
This position is expected to function effectively with regular supervision while following the guidelines given on procedures, along with agency, federal, and state licensing regulatory requirements.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Hours: Part-time
At Bethany Christian Services, we believe families provide the strongest foundation for care and connection. That's why we focus on strengthening and empowering families, always advocating for family-centered solutions to keep children safe. Our work began in 1944 with the care of a single child. Today, inspired by our faith, our aim is to demonstrate the love and compassion of Jesus in our services for children, youth, and families. Working at Bethany means joining a team of nearly 2,000 dedicated professionals with diverse skills, serving communities across the country. Together, we’re united in our mission and these shared values: we’re motivated by our faith, we support one another, we champion justice, we pursue excellence, and we’re in it for the long haul.
As a Family Skills Worker, you will be primarily responsible for providing outreach- based life skills services and interventions using the strength-based approach that help to stabilize families in crisis as evidenced by CPS involvement. This individual is responsible for meeting with client families in their homes and/or communities while demonstrating cultural sensitivity, compassion, and commitment to family preservation.
This position is expected to function effectively with regular supervision while following the guidelines given on procedures, along with agency, federal, and state licensing regulatory requirements.
Essential Job Responsibilities
- Provide life skills such as conflict resolution, family planning, career planning, self-sufficiency, education, health maintenance, environmental health, role modeling, child development and goal setting for clients referred by DHS/CPS;
- Provide outreach-home-based life skill services and interventions using the strength- based approach that helps to stabilize families in crisis as evidenced by CPS involvement;
- Teach life skills whose goals may include addressing home safety and environmental health, education on child management and development, assisting in meeting physical and mental health needs, budgeting, self-sufficiency, communication and relationship skills, and assisting clients in identifying, accessing, and utilizing community resources;
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- BSW or BA/BS in a human service-related field of study from an accredited college;
- At least two (2) years prior experience in child welfare and/or life skills;
- Prior field experience in working with multi-problem families in a home setting;
- Demonstration of strong engagement skills and a thorough understanding of the strength-based approach and interventions;
- Eligible to obtain professional licensure or registration in the state of the program;
- Able to maintain flexible working hours;
- Demonstrate excellent assessment and crisis intervention skills;
- Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills;
- Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions including knowledge of Microsoft Office suite;
- Must be 21 years old with a valid driver’s license with at least 3 years driving experience on the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany. Must also pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate insurance coverage;
- Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries;
- Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment.
