What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Specialist II - Intensive Home-Based Services (Part-Time) position at Child and Family Services?
Established in 1899, Child & Family Service (CFS) is a community-based organization with a mission of strengthening families and fostering the healthy development children.¯ CFS has been a fierce advocate for children and families in the midst of social injustices and inequalities. Our statewide support, counseling, and therapeutic programs help individuals and families heal from trauma, prevent abuse and neglect, and can break the cycle of generational poverty.
OUR MISSION
Strengthening families and fostering the healthy development of children.
OUR VISION
Healthy, thriving individuals and families building strong, multi-cultural communities across generations.
OUR VALUES
Integrity, Quality Client Service, Employee Excellence, Teamwork and Communication
We offer an extensive array of benefits for our employee including paid time off, preventative health care paid time off, birthday floating holiday, volunteer floating holiday, 14 Paid Holidays in a Year (15 in an Election Year), Medical / Dental / Vision / RX plans, Opt-out incentive, 401(k), flexible spending plans, & more.
Come join Child & Family Service and help us serve thousands in our communities!
SUMMARY OF DUTIES
24 / 7 availability for IHBS Services to CWS, VCM, FSS and / or PSS referred families. Engages families in services. Conducts intake / assessment and service plan development with participants. Provides services for families whose children are at imminent risk of out of home placement, or who are in placement and cannot be reunified without intensive in-home services. Typically time limited to 4 weeks. Implements service plans based on cognitive and behavioral principles and strategies to facilitate behavior change. Teaches and provides information on a wide variety of topics, including child development, stress management, parenting, nurturing and family life as indicated by participant needs; services may be provided in individual or group settings. Provides linkage to community resources. Assists families, through advocacy or concrete help, to negotiate systems to receive needed services. Ensures that the referring worker is aware of families who cannot be located or who refuse services. Performs administrative tasks related to caseload such as progress notes, service plans, mileage and miscellaneous reports in a timely manner. Maintains participant confidentiality at all times.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
- Four-Year College Degree from a school accredited by a recognized accrediting agency- in social work, psychology or a related field.
EXPERIENCE
Over two years, up to and including four years.
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
OTHER POSITION REQUIREMENTS
At Child & Family Service, we value and celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We apply this to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promotion, transfer, leave of absence, and termination.
