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We are Hiring!

Catholic Charities of Steuben/Livingston is growing and seeking a Child and Family Support Worker- SHAPE 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:  Child and Family Support Worker- SHAPE

Salary: $17.00-17.50/hour depending on years of experience/education level.

Schedule: Full time/35 hours per week

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:

The Yates Family Support Worker will fulfill the home visiting function within the SHAPE program.

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.

·       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.

·       Responsible for the completion of all Family Development Plans, and other supporting documents within the accepted timeframe outlined by standards.

·       Relates to community agencies, coordinating services as needed to facilitate family rehabilitation, reunification, and child permanency.

·       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.

·       Provides regular outreach family support and education sessions and suggests appropriate resources for family members.

·       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.

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

·       Provides after-hours on-call coverages for the CCSI program (in program rotation).

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

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field. Prior experience is preferred.

Some education/human services experience, either through employment or educational internships including working with Mental Health or Child Welfare. Prior experience providing crisis intervention services and possess thorough knowledge of service delivery systems in Yates County.

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 regarding 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.

Ability to meet the following physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation:

  • Use hands to manipulate, handle, feel, and control items or equipment, including motor vehicles.
  • Stand, sit, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach.
  • Climb up or down stairs.
  • Able to reach above or below shoulders.
  • Occasionally lift or move objects weighing up to 30 lbs.
  • Sitting at a desk or in a vehicle for long periods of time to perform certain job functions.
  • Be able to read, write and interpret written documents.

 

What you will get:

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

·       Salary: $17.00-17.50/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 1st 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