Treatment Specialist - Camden

Volunteers of America Delaware Valley; Camden; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization is looking for a qualified individual to manage client assessments and develop service plans within the Family Violence Prevention Program. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Human Services, effective communication skills, and the ability to work flexible hours. Responsibilities include monitoring client progress, facilitating workshops, and ensuring compliance with confidentiality standards. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact within the community and requires engagement with clients and other stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Must have completed Group Facilitation Skills.
• Must be able to pass criminal background clearance.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk/needs assessments for clients.
• Develop and implement service plans.
• Monitor and document client progress.

Skills

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Ability to interact appropriately with clientele

Competency in core curriculum facilitation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field

Job description

Family Violence Prevention Program - Camden
101 S 17th St
Camden, NJ 08105, USA

Responsibilities include conducting risk/needs assessments and developing service plans for all clients assigned to their caseload, and implementing those plans subject to review by the Treatment Team and/or approval of the Senior Treatment Coordinator. Orient and assess all new clients, complete service plans and develop appropriate discharge plans via the approved agency Assessment Tools.

Scope of Duties:

• Orient and assess all new clients via the approved agency Assessment Tools.
• Complete Service Plans on all assigned clients based on approved agency assessment tools with client input.
• Monitor and document client progress according to funding source standards and/or operational policy and procedures.
• Update service plan with client input.
• Schedule and facilitate case management meetings with clients as required.
• Identify and/or develop resources and link clients to needed services.
• Facilitate scheduled workshops/programs/groups addressing client's needs. For program-specific requirements, see addendum.
• Fulfill obligations of training agreements entered into for core curriculum programs.
• Develop appropriate discharge plan on all assigned clients as per contractual requirements.
• Facilitate house meetings as needed.
• Participate in required internal/external Treatment Team meetings.
• Complete all required reports and other documentation.
• Demonstrate competency in program related certifications.
• Provide support to program assistant function.
• Attend court hearings and/or parole hearings as subpoenaed or assigned.
• Must be able to facilitate at least one core curriculum program
• Conduct drug and alcohol screens as directed or needed and report results to Director or Manager.
• Interact (verbally and non-verbally) with clients, staff, and community members professionallywith respect and courtesy.
• Maintain client and staff confidentiality in compliance with administrative policies and procedures.
• Attend and participate in regularly scheduled staff meetings, supervisory conferences, and training sessions.
• Must obtain LSI-R Training and Certification within 60 days of hire.
• Other duties as assigned.

ADA Essential Functions:
1. Occasionally required to smell, stoop.
2. Regularly required to use hands to handle or feel.
3. Regularly required to reach.
4. Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk and hear.
5. Regularly required to lift and move up to 10 lbs.
6. Ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less.
7. Ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while remain fixed on a given point.

Qualifications

Skills

Behaviors

Motivations

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Human Services or related field.

Experience

Required

Bachelor's Degree preferably in a Human Services related field. Have effective written and verbal communication skills, and an ability to interact appropriately with clientele. Must have completed Group Facilitation Skills, at least one core curriculum training and have one year agency experience. Ability to demonstrate competency in core curriculum facilitation . Must be able to pass criminal background clearance. Must work flexible hours, which may include some weekends and evenings.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Valid Drivers License

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