What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Work/Family Services-Southeast NE position at Saga Family Services?
Job description
Are you ready to embark on a fulfilling career where you can help children and your community? Saga Family Services believes in recruiting highly-qualified, compassionate employees that are devoted to seeing families succeed. If this is you, please apply with Saga!
Saga provides essential social services to Nebraskan families, prioritizing exceptional care, clear communication, and genuine empathy. We serve families that are involved with Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and facing challenges like domestic violence, drug use, and homelessness. Through Family Support and Supervised Visitation, we aim to improve the lives and well-being of our families.
Our approach centers on fostering open and honest connections with our clients, guaranteeing they remain supported at every stage of their journey.
Overview
The Family Support Provider plays a crucial role in assisting families in navigating challenges related to child welfare. This position involves working directly with families to provide support, guidance, and resources necessary to make each home a safe and nurturing environment for children. The ideal candidate will possess a background in social work or related fields, demonstrating a commitment and compassion to children and their families.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct support to families in crisis, offering guidance and intervention strategies.
- Supervise visitation between children and parents.
- Assist families in accessing necessary resources, including childcare services, behavioral health support, housing, and food assistance.
- Implement crisis management techniques to de-escalate situations and promote conflict resolution.
- Maintain accurate documentation of interactions, assessments, and progress notes.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for children and families.
Qualifications
- Experience working with children in various capacities (e.g., childcare, education, social services).
- Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and crisis management strategies.
- Background in child development, social work or related fields is highly desirable.
- Strong conflict management skills with the ability to navigate sensitive situations effectively.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to build rapport with families.
- A compassionate approach to supporting families through challenging circumstances.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment while maintaining confidentiality.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Matched retirement after 6 months
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- 1.5x holiday pay
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lincoln and Southeastern Nebraska
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lincoln, NE 68501
Salary : $21 - $23
