Family Service Worker - Maui Comprehensive Counseling Support Services (Full-Time)

Child & Family Service; Summerside; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community-based organization is seeking compassionate individuals to join their team and support families in need. This role involves conducting assessments, developing service plans, and providing vital resources to children and families facing challenges. The organization values diversity and is committed to fostering a supportive environment for both staff and clients. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and have experience in social services, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a dedicated team and help strengthen families while promoting healthy child development in your community.

Benefits

Paid time off

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

401(k)

Flexible spending plans

Birthday floating holiday

Volunteer floating holiday

15 Paid Holidays in a Year

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in social services or related fields.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain records.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake and assessments for participants in need.
• Develop family service plans focusing on child development goals.
• Provide transportation and referrals to community resources.

Skills

Experience with child abuse and neglect

Domestic violence knowledge

Teamwork

Cultural competence

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Established in 1899, Child & Family Service (CFS) is a community-based organization with a mission of strengthening families and fostering the healthy development of 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

HOPE values: Humility, Ownership, Perseverance, Engagement

We offer an extensive array of benefits for our employees including paid time off, preventative health care paid time off, birthday floating holiday, volunteer floating holiday, 15 Paid Holidays in a Year (16 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

Conducts intake and initiates all necessary forms required by the program/CFS to open case. Establish participant rapport and trust and provides empathetic encouragement and support to participants. Conducts initial assessment in collaboration with Clinical Specialist. In collaboration with family, Clinical Specialist, and CWS develops a family service plan focusing on child development goals and addressing reduction of stress as indicated in initial assessment. Administers child development screens and other appropriate assessments as identified. Maintains a list of collaborative contacts and community services pertinent to participants' needs. Develops a plan to energize participants to take action. Provides information and referral services to community resources and agencies. Provides participant transportation. Attends case conference with other disciplines or team members. Maintains participant confidentiality at all times. Participates in program staff meetings, meets with supervisor on a regular basis, and attends training and other staff development activities especially on topics related to cultural/ethnic diversity, child abuse and neglect, and child development/behavior management. Maintains case recording, mileage logs, and other miscellaneous reports in a timely fashion. Flexible provision of services that accommodate the families' needs and adjust schedules to be available evenings and weekends.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

• Up to and including high school.

EXPERIENCE

• Over two years, up to and including four years.
• Requires enough basic education to understand and follow standard practice or oral and written instructions, able to read and write, use simple arithmetic, keep simple records, or use simple office machines.

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Experience with child abuse and neglect, domestic violence, permanency issues, and substance abuse required.
• Experience in working with parents/caretakers who harmed their children or threatened their children with harm and children who experienced harm or were threatened with harm and who experienced trauma and loss.
• Possess a willingness to work with others, including clients coping with multiple issues, families that present safety issues, and co-workers, as part of a team.

OTHER POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Also requires a valid Hawaii driver's license, a clear driver's abstract, and use of agency vehicle to transport participants, as needed, as well as a willingness to travel in personal vehicle on an as-needed basis throughout the island.
• This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and continued employment is contingent on a record clear of convictions.
• Continued employment in this position is contingent on successful completion of CPR, CPI and/or van driving training as such training is necessary to ensure ability/continued ability to perform essential functions of this job.
• Continued employment in this position is contingent on successful completion of CPI classes OR other Behavioral Management certification as may be contract-mandated.
• Continued employment in this position is contingent on successful completion of First Aid classes.
• Requires contacts both inside and outside the organization in order to furnish or obtain information and/or provide participant services. Normal courtesy, tact and discretion required.

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.