What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Partner (Bridges Program) position at CEDARS Youth Services?
Overview
Reports To: Program Director
Classification: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Flexible 40 hours per week, flexible as needed; participation in an on- call rotation
Rate of Pay: $20.55/hour
About CEDARS
At CEDARS, our mission is to help children achieve safety, stability, and enduring family relationships. For over 75 years, thousands of kids and families have found refuge and a new beginning at CEDARS. As one of Nebraska’s most trusted human service organizations, we make sure that kids feel safe and secure. At the same time, we’re giving parents, foster families, and partnering agencies the support they need to care effectively for kids.
Job Summary
CEDARS provides a variety of programming to support runaway, homeless, and at-risk youth and young adults. This includes outreach, a drop-in center, prevention services, semi-supported and independent living, and supportive housing. In collaboration with CEDARS Prevention team, we will provide parenting education and support to parents under the age of 20 who are not currently living with their family of origin.
Family Partners provide case management services including assessment, intervention, and the development of life and independent living skills to support young people in increasing their financial stability, improving their wellness, and reaching greater self-determination. Family Partners work closely with community stakeholders and other resources to bridge service gaps and meet the needs of the program participants. Collaboratively with CEDARS Prevention team, services will be delivered through home visits and group educational opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Support a caseload of 12-14 families.
- Provide case management services to families.
- Maintain consistent records of all case management activities, including providing timely documentation of client contact, completion of required paperwork and assessments, and completion of collaborative documents.
- Participate in collaborative meetings and activities through the initiative.
- Provide consistent, collaborative, and professional communication with partners.
- Maintain positive relationships with referral sources, parents/legal guardians, and community partners.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.
- Adhere to all policies and procedures of CEDARS.
- Maintain confidentiality of clients served by this organization and professional boundaries in the provision of services. Treat all clients with dignity and respect.
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, psychology or closely related field.
- 2 years of experience working with children and families is preferred.
- Knowledge of trauma informed care.
- Knowledge of transitional housing, rent wise, economic benefits, community resources and parenting skills.
- A collaborative team member who enjoys building relationships with others, but also has the ability to work independently.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.
- Ability to lift, bend, stoop, reach, carry, push, pull and walk throughout any work period.
- Ability to safely lift 50 lbs or more independently by coordinating assistance from other staff as this position frequently moves boxes and furniture for various needs.
- Ability to ascend/descend stairs to navigate apartment sites.
- Valid Nebraska driver’s license and a good driving record.
As a full-time active employee, you are eligible to participate in the following benefits:
- medical, dental, and vision coverages
- flexible spending accounts and health spending accounts
- personal leave, emergency leave, paid holidays, and floating holidays
- retirement plan with 5% company match
- life & long-term disability insurance
- employee assistance program
- wellness and engagement program
- early childhood childcare discount
- opportunities to collect overtime hours if desired
- shift differentials for certain shifts worked and holidays
- mileage reimbursement
- extensive training and professional development opportunities
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