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Family Support Worker - SHAPE Allegany

We are Hiring!

Catholic Charities of Steuben/Livingston is growing and seeking a Family Support Worker in our SHAPE ALLEGANY Program to join our Team.

If you're looking for an opportunity to express and explore your passion for helping others, then join a team that truly makes a difference DAILY, in people's lives. We are looking for empathetic, thoughtful candidates who have enthusiasm for helping people. We have supportive leadership who invest in our people and provide opportunities for employees to thrive, grow and learn. Don't miss out on being a part of something special!

Position Title:  Family Support Worker

Salary: $17.00-19.00/hour depending on years of experience/education level.

Schedule: Full time/35 hours per week

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:

The Allegany Family Support Worker will fulfill the home visiting function within the SHAPE program. This Family Support worker will have a caseload that involves working in our program to support the Families and Children in our programing. Someone with past case and or family support management would be a great fit!

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

·       Carries a caseload that requires weekly visitation and crisis intervention in the client’s home environment. This may include schools, homes, clinics and other related sites.

·       He/she is responsible for assuring that the rules and recommendations of the Office of Children and Family Services, and the Agency as they are applicable to direct services and ASFA guidelines for children and families, are adequately and appropriately adhered to.

·       He/she is responsible for the completion of all Family Development Plans, and other supporting documents within the accepted timeframe outlined by standards.

·       He/she relates to community agencies, coordinating services as needed to facilitate family rehabilitation, reunification, and child permanency.

·       He/she ensures compliance with each family’s service plan as outlined on the FASP in

·       Connections, NYS Regulations, funder contracts and referral information through contacts with family members.

·       He/she provides regular outreach family support and education sessions and suggests appropriate resources for family members.

·       He/she maintains electronic reporting and program statistical information as required by the

·       Agency and all funding sources.

·       When necessary, supervises or observes visitation between family members to assure the safety and best interest of all members.

·       Provides enhanced visitation coaching and completes all required paperwork.

·       Participates in in-service training to develop family casework skills.

·       Is responsible for any other duties necessary for the program, within their abilities, as assigned.

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QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field preferred, associate degree required. Prior experience is preferred.
Some education/human services experience, either through employment or educational internships including working with Mental Health or Child Welfare.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

·       Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing, and documentation standards. All duties must be performed in accordance with CCDR’s corporate compliance and ethics program.

·       Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.

·       Ability to multi-task and prioritize duties.

·       Willingness to foster agency, department and program wide cooperation and teamwork through use of positive/constructive communication techniques.

·       Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality in regard to all records reviewed including consumer records, employee records and billing records.

·       Proficiency and experience with PC’s and Microsoft applications.

·       Ability to analyze and interpret data and to handle problem resolution.

·       Possession of a valid NYS Driver’s license and a driver's record considered acceptable by agency and insurance carrier.

·       Continuous use of a reliable, registered, and insured vehicle.

·       Demonstrate commitment to Agency Mission Statement.

·       Provide effective, equitable, understandable, and respectful quality care and services that are responsive to diverse cultural health beliefs and practices, preferred languages, health literacy and other communication needs.

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What you will get:

Catholic Charities of Steuben/Livingston offers a well-rounded and comprehensive benefits program.

·       Salary: $17.00-19.00/hour depending on years of experience/education level.

·       Full-time, non-exempt position, working 35 hours per week. We believe in work-life balance!

·       Paid Time Off, 10 days to start, 15 days after 1^st Anniversary.

·       Holidays 12-14 paid holidays

·       Medical Insurance

·       Dental Insurance

·       Vision Insurance

·       Life Insurance

·       Short-Term Disability

·       Long-Term Disability

·       Critical Illness Insurance

·       Supplemental Insurance

·       Flexible Spending Account

·       Health Savings Account

·       Legal Plan

·       Identity Plan

·       Employee Assistance Program

·       6% Pension

·       Employee 401(k)

·       My Better Benefits – provides discounts and savings on thousands of products and services.

Our hiring process and timeline:

·       Applications will be reviewed regularly until the position is filled.

·       Phone screenings will be conducted with qualified candidates.

·       In-person one-hour interviews will be conducted with candidates who advance after the phone screening

·       In-person interviews are typically with 2-4 Interviewers

***Catholic Charities is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our agencies and our people. EOE/AA Disability/Vet