Family Support Specialist

Options Counseling and Family Services; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; 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 qualified individual to provide hands-on, in-home demonstrations and support to at-risk families in western Oregon. The role includes travel to families’ homes and collaboration with ODHS and community partners to co-create action plans focused on child safety and family well-being.

The position requires a Qualified Mental Health Associate with at least two years of relevant experience, proficiency with Windows and Zoom, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Qualified Mental Health Associate per MHACBO standards.
• At least two years of in-home budgeting, housekeeping, nutrition and household management experience.
• Experience working with disadvantaged families and child safety issues.
• Willingness to learn and use remote video technology (e.g., Zoom).

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home training and intervention to support family functioning.
• Make frequent contacts with family and support system in various settings.
• Develop and implement service plan components with accountability for behavior.

Skills

Microsoft Windows proficiency

Zoom/remote video tech

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work/Psychology/Counseling

Tools

Electronic Client Record (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 variable hours of \"hand-on\" in-home demonstration, teaching and support to achieve behavioral changes in families where child safety issues are present. Families served include those in which there are safety risks in the families homes and/or children who are at risk of out of home placement. Families will primarily be referred by ODHS self-sufficiency case managers. The Provider will assess the family's needs and co-create a family plan of action and collaborate with other ODHS providers and community agencies. Ability to travel to families' homes and communities required. 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:Must meet the criteria of a Qualified Mental Health Associate (learn more on MHACBOs website: https://www.mhacbo.org/en/certifications/). At least two years of experience with in-home budgeting, housekeeping, nutrition and household management, appropriate physical care of children, parenting skills and techniques, basic knowledge of child development and working with disadvantaged individuals and families in the provision of services. Experience may be substituted for education. Must be computer proficient in a Microsoft Windows environment and willing to learn to provide client services using remote video technology (e.g. Zoom). Must have respectful, open, accepting attitude toward clients and their families.Must pass a ODHS background check and/or fingerprinting. Must have a valid Oregon drivers license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance*Preferred Qualifications:Bachelors Degree of Science 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:75% - Direct ServiceProvide practical in-home training and intervention in parent and family functioningMake multiple contacts with family and its support system in a variety of settingsProvide face-to-face implementation of specific service plan components to each familyAssist family in developing interventions and establishing accountability for inappropriate behaviorsProvide instruction and assistance to parents on supervision of youth, with a focus on safety and well-beingIdentify family and individual strengths to help resolve the child safety and attachment concernsConnect family with informal and formal support systems, including contacting and accessing resourcesProvide and supervise appropriate in-home and/or community recreational opportunities for youthTeach and model appropriate play, attachment & behavior management techniquesWork with mentally ill, emotionally ill and developmentally delayed individuals and familiesWork with disadvantaged individuals and families in provision of servicesWork effectively with angry and hostile clientsCreate a local steering committee with public and private partners; conduct regular meetingsIdentify families with drug and alcohol dependence, physically and sexually abused children, domestic violence and other child safety concernsEmpathize with and motivate clients to enhance child safety and attachmentMaintain client confidentiality25% - DocumentationAttend and participate in regular clinical supervision and team meetings, as directedMaintain accurate and current client records, including weekly progress notes within the electronic client record (ECR), and sign documents to meet federal and state regulatory requirements and/or agency standards.Learn and work within specific agency operations, policies and procedures affecting assigned workProvide relevant and up-to-date reports of families progress and challengesCommunicate effectively orally and in writing, respond to questions, gather and exchange information with referring agency and community resourcesPerform assigned tasks quickly and accurately from written and oral instructionsMaintain effective working relationships with professional service staffReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Working Conditions:May 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.