Family Support Worker – PINS Diversion Program

Center for Family Life and Recovery; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Family Support Worker to join their dedicated team. In this fulfilling role, you will maintain a manageable caseload of children, ensuring they receive the support they need through regular contact and tailored service plans. Your responsibilities will include collaborating with families and other staff members, facilitating engaging recreational activities, and participating in team meetings to assess progress. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families while working in a supportive environment that values teamwork and ethical practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or a related field is required.
• At least 1 year of experience working with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a caseload of 10-12 children and ensure regular contact.
• Develop service plans and coordinate family team meetings.
• Participate in weekly assessments and facilitate respite placements.

Skills

Experience with children and families

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s in Human Services

Job description

Reports to: Senior Family Support Worker
Employment Status: Non-Exempt/Full Time
Salary Range: $33,000 – $40,000

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s in Human Services or related field (Required)
• At least 1 year experience working with children and families.

Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain a caseload of 10-12 children.
• Ensure that all releases are obtained.
• Explain and provide on-call information to families on their caseloads.
• Maintain regular contact in person and by phone with the child, their parents, and the school.
• Provide reward-based recreation activities.
• Participate in the weekly unit assessment team meetings.
• Develop a service plan that addresses the issues presented at intake.
• Collaborate with other staff to exchange pertinent information.
• Coordinate family team meetings with unit staff and other service providers.
• Maintain the case record by writing progress notes, developing the YASI plan, and ensuring that releases and respite consents are in the file folder.
• Facilitate respite placements as part of the service plan.
• Make requests for recreation and wrap-around funds to assist in meeting service goals.
• Be responsible for the on-call coverage for one week on a rotating basis.
• Attend CFLR staff meetings and other agency functions as required.
• Provide for the occasional transportation of program clients in accordance with CFLR’s transportation policy.
• Attend monthly meetings of CFLR PINS program staff.
• Abide by NASW Code of Ethics.