In-Home Family Worker (Part Time) Benton Harbor

Position SummaryThe In-Home Family Program is an in-home program for families at risk of having their children removed due to abuse or neglect, or families requiring timely reunification services. In-Home Family Services include parent education, home management, organizational skills, counseling or other skill enhancement necessary. Services are individualized and based on the family's presenting concerns.This position is part-timeAre you passionate about discovering new ways to help empower people and make a difference in their lives?If you've got what it takes to support us in our mission to provide help and create hope through innovative, collaborative, and diverse programs within the community, then we've got the right opportunity for you.About Catholic Charities West MichiganCatholic Charities West Michigan (CCWM) is a community-based agency providing programs in Western Michigan and offering a variety of services in family preservation, behavioral health, child welfare, and community outreach.CCWM is committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all staff are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.CCWM encourages persons of diverse backgrounds and faiths to apply for employment.Essentials Duties and ResponsibilitiesReceive and accept written referrals immediately from MDHHSCarry an active case loadProvide In-home services, strength based training and education services to children and parentsDevelop Service plans for families in collaboration with referral sourceDevelop emergency and safety plans for families of crisis or risk at harm to childrenComplete necessary documentation and follow upsParticipates in sessions, reviews and meetingsOther Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesAbility to maintain confidential informationAbility to have a non-judgmental positive attitude and assessment toward families in crisisAbility to communicateAbility to work in partnership with other team members and / or service providers.Ability to work with a diverse populationAbility to multi-task, organize and meet deadlinesKnowledge of brief, solution focused therapy and strength based solution focused intervention strategiesKnowledge of local resourcesRecommended Employment QualificationsEducation : Bachelor's degree with a major in one of the following human service areas : social work, sociology, psychology, family ecology, consumer / community services, family studies, family and / or child development, guidance / school counseling, counseling psychology or criminal justice is required.Experience : A minimum of one year of field experience with children and families with multiple problems and the overall ability to relate to and engage with the families.