FCS-Solution Focused Meeting Facilitator

Four Oaks Family & Children Services; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401k Retirement plan

Growth & Advancement opportunities

Competitive wages

Excellent paid leave time package

7 paid holidays

Business casual work environment

Educational discounts

Fitness Center discounts

Job summary

Four Oaks Family & Children Services in Cedar Rapids, IA, is looking for a Solution Focused Meeting Facilitator to coordinate and facilitate meetings aimed at helping families achieve self-sufficiency. This role requires engaging families and youths using established models and preparing them prior to meetings.

The ideal candidate should hold a High School Diploma or GED, with a preference for a Bachelor's or Associate's degree. The position offers competitive benefits including medical insurance and 401k retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older.
• Previous experience in child welfare is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate Solution Focused meetings.
• Engage families and team members using specific models.
• Document service delivery as per agency guidelines.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Facilitation skills

Community service identification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in a related field

Job description

Job Details

• Level: Experienced
• Job Location: Cedar Rapids - Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
• Position Type: Full Time
• Education Level: High School Diploma or GED
• Travel Percentage: Frequent Travel Required - Up to 50%
• Job Shift: 1st Shift
• Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

What you will do?

As the Solution Focused Meeting Facilitator, you will provide coordination and facilitation of Solution‑Focused meetings to enable families to achieve self‑sufficiency and reach their potential in their child‑welfare case. These activities include engaging the family, prepping team members, and scheduling the meeting.

Responsibilities

• Complete the Solution Based Casework initial training, Solution Focused Meeting Facilitator Training and Youth Transition Decision Making Meeting (YTDM) Facilitator Training.
• Follow the SBC, YTDM, and Solution Focused Meeting Models through coordination and facilitation of SFMs and YTDM Meetings.
• Engage the family, youth, and team members using the SBC, SFM, and YTDM Meeting models.
• Maintain regular contact with the referring HHS worker and FCS provider throughout the coordination of the SFM and/or YTDM Meeting.
• Prepare family, youth, and identified team members prior to the SFM and/or YTDM Meeting occurring.
• Document service delivery as outlined by the agency.
• Meet internal and contractual guidelines for facilitating SFMs and YTDM Meetings.
• Demonstrate the skills and competencies outlined in the SFM and YTDM Facilitator Training for facilitation of SFMs and YTDM Meetings.
• Assist families, youth, and teams with identifying community services and interventions that will assist families with reaching self‑sufficiency.
• Calmly and effectively provide crisis intervention in emergency or contentious situations.
• Demonstrate flexibility with providing services to families and youth outside of normal business hours, in addition to working on a team and assisting other team members as requested.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• 401k Retirement plan
• Growth & Advancement opportunities
• Competitive wages
• Excellent paid leave time package
• 7 paid holidays
• Business casual work environment
• Educational discounts
• Fitness Center discounts

Qualifications

• Age 21 years or older.
• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's or Associate's degree in a related field preferred.
• Previous experience in child welfare is an advantage.