Family Specialist

Acacia Network; New York (NY); On-site; USD 49,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Acacia Network in Bronx, NY seeks a Family Specialist to provide culturally competent, family-centered services supporting parent-child relationships and community integration. Under supervision, you will conduct intake, develop goal plans, and coordinate with providers to meet family needs.

The role is full-time, Monday–Friday, with a typical schedule and opportunities to lead workshops, provide counseling, and collaborate with staff to promote healthy growth and development for children and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; associate degree with relevant experience acceptable.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required; ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Experience working with target population and culturally competent practice are valued.

Responsibilities

• Assess social and psychological needs of families and children.
• Conduct family sessions monthly.
• Refer families to medical, mental health, dental care, childcare and education resources.
• Coordinate with teachers and professionals to monitor child school performance.
• Create and lead psycho-educational workshops for families.
• Maintain audit-ready program records and progress notes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Counseling skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Associate's degree required with related experience

Job description

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Family Specialist

Regular Full-Time Bronx, NY, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2209

Salary: $54,000.00 Annually

MISSION STATEMENT

Are you ready to give back to the community while pursuing your passion? For over 50 years, Acacia Network and its affiliates have been committed to improving the quality-of-life and wellbeing of underserved communities in New York City and beyond. We are one of the leading human services organizations in New York City and the largest Hispanic-led nonprofit in the State, serving over 150,000 individuals every year. Our programs serve individuals at every age and developmental level, from the very young through our daycare programs to mature adults through our older adults' centers. Our extensive array of community-based services is fully integrated, bilingual and culturally competent.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Under supervision of the Program Director, the Family Specialist will provide a range of culturally competent; family-centered services that support families participating in the program with healthy lifestyle goals to empower the parent-child relationship, family support systems and community integration. Family Specialist is responsible for providing office and/or support services to families including: intake and assessment; goal planning to facilitate independence and family stability; provide support and education to promote positive parent-child interaction and healthy growth and development; and coordinate with other providers for service needs, referrals and goal planning.

Full-time, M-F 930am-530pm. 10455

KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• - Assess social and psychological needs of families and children and the educational needs of children living at home.
• - Conduct family sessions monthly.
• - Assess, develop, and coordinate services to families and children.
• - Refer families to appropriate resources, including treatment providers (for medical, mental health and dental care), childcare and educational resources.
• - Monitor school performance of children, by communicating regularly with teachers and other educational professionals.
• - Create and lead psycho-educational workshops for families on topics such as child rearing, nutrition, health, and mental health.
• - Provide crisis intervention to prevent escalation of high-risk behavior, relapse, hospitalization, and other negative outcomes.
• - Acts as a liaison between families and community agencies/referrals, including Administration of Children Services (ACS).
• -Ensure that families receive safe, effective, family-centered, timely, efficient, and equitable service.
• - Carry a case load; specific number to be determined; and meet with caseload clients on a weekly basis.
• - Always maintain program case files and other records as “audit-ready” as required by program funding sources, including but not limited to progress notes, individualized family service plans and psychosocial assessments specific to the family unit.
• - Utilize a strengths-based approach; maintain non-judgmental and unbiased approach.
• - Facilitate individual, group, and dyadic counseling sessions.
• - Work collaboratively with other program staff to develop and conduct parent education activities, family activities, and parent meetings; encourage parents to attend planned activities and meetings.
• - Tasks may be modified, expanded, and/or assigned over time.

REQUIREMENTS

• - Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• - Associate's degree required with a combination of relevant experience to client population.
• - 1-3 years’ experience working with the target population.
• - Ability to use business acumen to exercise good judgment and decision-making.
• - Ability to deal with sensitive issues with diplomacy and discretion
• - Must be able to multitask with strong organization sills.
• - Excellent interpersonal skills and able to communicate both verbally and in written form.
• - Commitment to cultural diversity and sensitivity.
• -Ability to maintain a professional demeanor under pressure and operate with a keen sense of urgency and commitment to quality.
• - Willingness to perform other related duties as assigned.

WHY JOIN US?

Acacia Network providesa comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage. We also offer generous paid time off, including vacation days and paid holidays, to support a healthy work-life balance. We prioritize the well-being of our employees both professionally and personally.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.