Family Support Specialist

Options Counseling and Family Services; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Job summary

Options Counseling and Family Services is seeking a full-time in-home services worker to support families referred through ODHS and community partners. You will assess needs, develop and implement service plans, and collaborate with partners to connect families to resources.

The role requires travel to families’ homes, flexible hours, and the ability to respond to crisis as needed. A bachelor’s degree and Oregon driver’s license are preferred.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience working with at-risk families within the last five years or an equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience.
• Experience with families in which children have experienced abuse or neglect.
• Must have respectful, open, unbiased, accepting attitude toward clients and their families.
• Relate effectively with children, adolescents, parents, staff and the community.
• Pass an ODHS background check and/or fingerprinting.
• Must have a valid Oregon driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home services to children, adolescents and families.
• Assess parental capacities as related to child safety and well-being.
• Utilize evidence-based practices such as Motivational Interviewing, Wraparound, and Collaborative Problem Solving.
• Provide a range of services including parent education, communication skills, and home management.
• Refer clients to supportive services and complete required documentation.

Skills

Experience with at-risk families

Motivational Interviewing

Wraparound

Collaborative Problem Solving

Communication skills

Driving to homes visits

Education

Bachelor's Degree in social work or related field

Tools

Electronic client records (ECR)

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer at [e-mail] to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.Options Counseling and Family Services, founded in 1991 in Florence, Oregon, has since expanded to serve fourteen counties in western Oregon. Headquartered in Eugene, we provide quality mental health and family preservation services to diverse communities. Committed to supporting health, safety, and empowerment.BenefitsOptions offer these benefits to our full-time employees (full-time is any employee working 30 hours per week) company-paid health/vision and dental, long-term disability, and life insurance; for a full list of all benefits, please view our website: https://options.org/careers/benefits.Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they have every one of the qualifications as described. We are most interested in finding the best candidate and our hiring processes are centered on assessing candidates based on diverse experience. Please let us know if you have questions.General Description:Provides services to families referred through ODHS/Self Sufficiency, community partners, and self-referral to enhance family stability and support workforce readiness. Provides a comprehensive screening to determine immediate needs. Provides skills training to children, adolescents and adults to address immediate needs. Develops and implements effective service plan. Collaborates with community partners and connects families to relevant resources to support progress. Ability to travel to families’ homes and communities required*Schedule/Hours:This position is anticipated to be full-time (40 hours/week). However, some weeks may have fewer scheduled hours. The actual hours worked may vary daily depending on the needs of the referring agency or individual client families. Some overtime may be required and approved by your supervisor in response to client needs, referrals, or other factors.Minimum Qualifications:Two years’ experience working with at-risk families within the last five year or an equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience. Effective working with families in which children have experienced abuse or neglect has occurred. Must have respectful, open, unbiased, accepting attitude toward clients and their families. Relate effectively with children, adolescents, parents, staff and the community. Pass an ODHS background check and/or fingerprinting. Maintain client confidentiality. Must have a valid Oregon driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance. *Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree in social work, psychology, or counseling. Knowledge of dynamics of high-risk families including sexual abuse, substance use, and domestic violence.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:50% - Direct ServiceProvide in-home change services to children, adolescents and familiesAssess for parental capacities as related to child safety and well-beingHelp family members overcome barriers and identify strengthsUtilize Motivational Interviewing, Wraparound, Collaborative Problem Solving, and other evidence-based practicesHelp parents improve diminished protective capacitiesProvide a range of services including parent education, communication skills, home management, budgeting, stress reduction, stabilization of home environment, and other appropriate servicesRefer client to supportive services to supplement treatment and counseling as appropriateConduct parent-child coaching and interaction sessionsCreate and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with supportive partners in the communityProvide intervention that is family-focused, culturally relevant, behavior and goal-directedWork a flexible schedule to meet families’ needs and be available for crisis consultation35% - Case CoordinationProvide community outreach to support program referrals from ODHS/Self-Sufficiency, schools, and other community partnersCoordinate case activities with Contract Supervisor, ODHS/Self-Sufficiency, schools, and other community partnersParticipate in ODHS branch meetings, as neededMaintain and carry out all scheduled appointmentsAttend and actively participate in weekly group supervision meetings with supervisor and peers15% - DocumentationReport any potentially dangerous situations or safety plan violations to DHS or law enforcement, including making required mandatory reportsDocument all travel time, mileage, and other required work-related activitiesMaintain accurate and complete client records, including weekly progress reports, treatment plans, service summaries, and memos to chart, within the electronic client record (ECR), to meet contract requirementsDevelop a written record of appropriately used direct support funds for client familyWorking ConditionsMay be required to work afternoon, evening, and/or weekend hoursWill travel locally and transport clients with own vehicle. Must be insured with liability insurance*Extended periods of time sitting at workstation updating client records, phone work, and client sessionsAbility to stand, work, and drive throughout the dayMobility and dexterity sufficient to assist clients and handle required job-related functions and move about the facilityAbility to cope with clients who may use challenging or offensive language with potential for escalation to physical aggression* Positions that require driving clients must maintain vehicle insurance as required by law, with a minimum of $100,000/$300,000/$100,000 personal auto liability coverage (proof of insurance will be required).**Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable applicants with disabilities to perform the essential functions.