Family Preservation Specialist

Family & Children’s Services; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium Medical, Dental & Vision

Retirement Savings with employer match

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Student Loan Repayment Programs

Paid Days Off (up to 34 in first year)

Job summary

Family & Children’s Services in Oklahoma seeks a Family Preservation Specialist to deliver in-home services, conduct comprehensive assessments, and support families in strengthening parent-child relationships. The role emphasizes safety, education, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include creating care plans, coordinating services, advocating for clients, and ensuring compliance with laws and standards.

Qualifications

• Must have HS diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in mental health, criminal justice, or community-based services required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred for advanced roles.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry a dedicated caseload and provide in-home services to families.
• Train and educate clients about parenting and life skills.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans with clients and families.
• Coordinate and monitor service delivery for timely, appropriate care.
• Advocate for clients' rights and access to resources.
• Maintain documentation of care, progress, and outcomes.
• Facilitate communication among multidisciplinary teams and partners.
• Participate in case conferences and team meetings to ensure coordinated care.

Skills

Adaptability

Interpersonal Skills

Initiative

Cooperation

Critical Thinking

Multitasking

Autonomy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Bachelor’s in Psychology or related field preferred

Job description

• Premium Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits with Zero Cost Options!
• Retirement Savings Program with up to 6% Employer Match
• Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability Benefits
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Student Loan Repayment Programs
• Up to 34 Paid Days Off 1st year!

The Family Preservation Specialist will carry a dedicated case load and provide a range of in-home services to families to improve the relationship between parents and their children. These trainings will address parental behaviors related to home safety, cleanliness, child medical care, and parent child interactions.

POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients' physical, psychological, social, and environmental needs.
• Train and educate clients about parenting and life skills.
• Implement individualized care plans in collaboration with clients, families, and other stakeholders that address the unique needs and goals of clients, promoting their connection to their community through tailored support and skill-building activities.
• Coordinate and monitor the delivery of services to ensure timely and appropriate care.
• Advocate for clients' rights and assist them in accessing necessary resources and services.
• Provide emotional and practical support to clients and their families.
• Regularly evaluate clients' progress and adjust care plans as needed.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of clients' care, progress, and outcomes.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among multidisciplinary teams, including healthcare providers, social workers, and therapists.
• Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and other collaborative activities to ensure coordinated care.
• Educate clients and families about available services and resources and assist them in making informed decisions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and standards of practice.
• Participate in continuing education, training, and professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices and trends in case management. Completing certification renewals and all assigned trainings by deadline.

QUALIFICATIONS

education:

• Must be a high school graduate or have HS equivalent

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in the field of mental health, criminal justice, or community based social services required.

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES:

• Communication
• Decision Making
• Engagement
• Initiative and Accountability
• Interpersonal
• Learning
• Organizational Alignment
• Quality of Work

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Adaptability: The ability to adjust to changing priorities, unexpected situations, and new challenges while remaining productive and effective.
• Interpersonal Skills: The ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with clients, families, caregivers, colleagues, and community partners.
• Initiative: The ability to work independently with limited supervision and produce results in a timely, accurate and meaningful manner.
• Cooperation: The ability to work effectively with others is important for successful multidisciplinary teamwork. This includes the ability to work cooperatively, to contribute positively to group dynamics, and to share knowledge and resources.
• Critical Thinking: The ability to solve complex problems and make informed decisions by objectively assessing information, evaluating available resources, considering multiple perspectives, and applying sound judgment.
• Multitasking:The ability to efficiently and effectively manage multiple tasks, projects, and responsibilities concurrently. This includes juggling multiple demands simultaneously and being skilled at adapting to changing priorities in a fast-paced work environment.
• Autonomy: Having the self-discipline to initiate and prioritize work, remain self motivated, manage time independently, and ensure effectively client care delivery with minimal direct oversight.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES:

• Must possess a valid Driver License and satisfactory driving record to use agency and/or personal automobile to travel to locations other than primary office.
• SafeCare Certification
• ODMHSAS Case Manager I Certification, completed within 60 days of eligibility.
• ODMHSAS Case Manager II Certification, completed within 60 days of eligibility.

OTHER INFORMATION

SAFETY SENSITIVE JOB CLASSIFICATION:

This job is classified as a “safety-sensitive” position as defined by the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act. Due to the “safety-sensitive” classification, an employee in this position would be subject to drug and alcohol testing, including random testing. Marijuana is one of the substances included in the drug panel screening. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not excuse you from the testing process or the consequences of testing positive for marijuana per the Family & Children’s Services Drug Free Workplace Policy, including possible revocation of a job offer or dismissal from employment.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better in Psychology or related field.

Bachelors or better in Social Work or related field.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Drivers License

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