Crisis-Response Family Services Specialist

DelDOT; Delaware; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

Retirement Benefits

Paid Leave

Training and Development Programs

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

DelDOT seeks a Family Service Specialist to provide and coordinate case management for children, youth, adults, and families dealing with abuse, neglect, crisis, or family dysfunction. The role involves assessments, planning, facilitation, advocacy, monitoring and collaboration with clients and professionals.

The position requires statewide travel, home visits, and possible after-hours work to ensure child safety and well-being. A valid driver's license and ability to travel may be required.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in professional health or human service work.
• Two years' experience in paraprofessional health or human service work.
• An Associates degree may substitute for one year of paraprofessional experience.
• Bachelor's degree or higher or have an anticipated graduation date within 3 months, with coursework in Behavioral Science, Psychology, Sociology, Human Services or related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide services to advocate for health, safety and welfare of clients and their families.
• Interviews clients and families to gather personal, social and background information; develop service plans.
• Determine eligibility for social service programs and coordinate with clients to obtain needed services.
• Attend court hearings and make recommendations and prepare progress reports.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Associates degree may substitute for one year of paraprofessional experience

Job description

DelDOT seeks a Family Service Specialist to provide and coordinate case management for children, youth, adults, and families dealing with abuse, neglect, crisis, or family dysfunction. The role involves assessments, planning, facilitation, advocacy, monitoring and collaboration with clients and professionals.

The position requires statewide travel, home visits, and possible after-hours work to ensure child safety and well-being. A valid driver's license and ability to travel may be required.