Family Services Specialist - Flexible Hours & Visitation

Addus HomeCare; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Addus HomeCare is seeking a Family Service Specialist to assist families in crisis under DCFS programs. The role includes home-based support, transportation for visitation, and preparing progress reports. A high school diploma or GED is required, with an associate degree or 2 years of child welfare experience preferred.

Valid driver’s license and auto insurance are necessary. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Associates degree or 2 years of child welfare experience is required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Experience in social work, child care, or working with families is preferred.
• Must have a dependable automobile, a valid driver's license, and proof of auto insurance.
• Must pass required background checks.

Responsibilities

• Support families to prevent the permanent placement of children out of their home.
• Provide transportation for parent and/or children to and from locations for supervised visitation. Travel can be extensive.
• Work directly with families in the home, teaching and demonstrating homemaking skills, parenting skills, anger management, utilizing effective resources.
• Supervised visitation / Unsupervised visitation. Observe all interaction between parents and children during visits and redirect if needed.
• Prepare written reports and maintain accurate records.
• Submit written client progress reports on a monthly basis with goals, dates, and outcomes.
• Report all child abuse and neglect.
• Attend all mandated trainings.
• For housing program, locate housing, jobs and supports for independent living.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree or 2 years of child welfare experience

Job description

Addus HomeCare is seeking a Family Service Specialist to assist families in crisis under DCFS programs. The role includes home-based support, transportation for visitation, and preparing progress reports. A high school diploma or GED is required, with an associate degree or 2 years of child welfare experience preferred.

Valid driver’s license and auto insurance are necessary. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are offered.