Skills Trainer - Full Service Partnership Wraparound

Sacramento-Children; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and accident insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Paid vacation

Sick leave

11 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Sacramento Children's Home is recruiting a Family Specialist (Skills Trainer) to provide direct services to children and families under the FSPW program in Sacramento, CA. The role focuses on delivering concrete supports aligned with individualized service plans and wraps around families to achieve functional goals.

Responsibilities include community-based interventions, collaboration with schools and social services, and ongoing documentation.

Qualifications

• At least one year of full-time experience in the mental health field is required.
• Two years of college or an AA degree in Human Services or related fields preferred.
• Ability to read, write, speak English; able to work with diverse families.
• Must be at least 21 years old and have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services to children and families per individualized service plans.
• Engage with families to address daily living tasks and rehabilitation goals.
• Collaborate with team and external providers to coordinate care.
• Maintain accurate documentation and participate in Wrap program activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Boundaries with families

Multitasking

Organization

Microsoft Word

Problem-solving

English proficiency

Education

AA degree or 2 years college in Human Services/ related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

Founded in 1867, the Sacramento Children's Home is the oldest active charity in Sacramento and among the most highly respected. SCH is an equal opportunity employer who values an inclusive work environment that celebrates and recognizes the diversity of its employees. At SCH, we appreciate that having employees of many different backgrounds strengthens our organization, and we strive to create a workforce that reflects the diverse and culturally rich communities that we serve.OVERVIEW: Under the guidance of the Clinical Supervisor, the Family Specialist (Skills Trainer) functions as a member of an assigned service team within the FSPW program and provides direct services to children and families as identified in individualized service plans.DUTIES:1. (75%) Direct ServicesEngage with assigned families, in accordance with individualized service plans or as determined by the Child and Family Team (CFT) meeting, in providing concrete services to assist the child and family with their tasks of daily living.Provide services and interventions to include but are not limited to addressing needs in the areas of education, parenting , housing and home management, recreation, and behavior/emotions.As directed by facilitator, develop individualized rehabilitation plans in alignment with service goals and objectives outlined in service plans.Implement High-Fidelity Wraparound and other evidence-based interventions to address physical, cognitive, emotional, and social rehabilitation needs.Monitor progress and adjust rehabilitation plans as necessary.Support and education to families regarding rehabilitation strategies and resources.Provide advocacy for and support and intervention to individual family members and the family.Assist in providing crisis management to families and children when plans disrupt and on-site consultation to others involved in plans.Collaborate with team to assess the rehabilitation needs of children and families.Foster a supportive and empowering environment for children and families to achieve established goals.Coordinate with external providers, such as school staff, probation officers, child welfare workers, Alta Regional providers, etc., to ensure comprehensive care for the child’s needs.Utilize existing strengths and strengths to build to advocate for accessibility and inclusion of the child in community activities and resources.Assist in the ongoing development and evaluation of the service program.Participate in the Wraparound on-call system as needed.2. (25%) OtherAttend and participate in all team meetings, child and family meetings, and other meetings as required.Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings (i.e., MDT, TA) to discuss progress, challenges, and adjustments to rehabilitation plans.Establish and maintain collaborative and effective working relationships with internal staff throughout all levels of the agency and with external resources.Collaborate with other team members to ensure seamless integration of rehabilitation services with other direct services provided.Foster a supportive and empowering environment for children and families to participate in their own journey actively.Participate in training activities as directed.Assist in monitoring and ensuring effective linkages with community and agency service providers.Assist in completing all documents for the Wrap program, including but not limited to tracking sheets, family safety plan, family review, family budget, assessment plans, etc.Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance to agency policies.Serve as a role model and advocate for children and families involved in the Wraparound process.Stay informed about current trends, best practices, and advancements in rehabilitation services through ongoing training and professional development.Adhere to ethical and professional standards in all aspects of service delivery.Perform other duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.Ability to establish and maintain appropriate boundaries with families.Ability to work flexibly, creatively, and comfortably with families of varied ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds.Knowledge of child abuse issues.Knowledge of child development and behavior.Knowledge of family dynamics.Knowledge of substance abuse issues.Knowledge of local cultures.Skill to communicate effectively in written and oral form.Ability to manage multiple tasks at one time in an efficient manner.Good organizational skills.Skill to maintain a professional, confidential work environment.Excellent problem-solving skills.Knowledge of Microsoft Word.Ability to report to work on a regular and reliable basis.LOCATION: 2750 Sutterville Rd., Sacramento, CA 95820SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm, evenings and/or weekends as neededSALARY: $22.85 – $25.70 per hour, to startDriving is an essential function of this job, and as such, employees in this position will be required to furnish their own vehicle to be used in the course of employment. A valid driver’s license and minimum insurance coverage is required.Must be at least 21 years of age.Education and Experience:At least one year of full-time experience working in the mental health field is required. Two (2) years of college or an AA degree in Human Services, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Counseling or Human Services Psychology, Sociology, Social Work Counseling, or a related field is preferred.BENEFITS: Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and accident insurance, short and long-term disability plans, retirement plan with company match, paid vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, professional development and career advancement opportunities.TO APPLY: Qualified employees must submit a completed Request for Promotion or Transfer form along with their resume to Human Resources. External candidates must complete our on-line employment application available at www.kidshome.org/careers.