Transitional Living Scattered Sites Specialist

Bringing Families Together; Hazelwood (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Simple IRA with matching

Paid time off

13 paid holidays

Vacation

Business casual work environment

Job summary

Bringing Families Together is seeking a Transitional Living Scattered Sites (TLSS) Specialist for full-time work in the Hazelwood, MO area. The role involves field-based duties, independent work, and direct engagement with youth within structured and unstructured programs.

You will document progress, participate in trainings, and contribute to a supportive team. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least one year in social services, with strong written

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor degree in social work or related field; other human service degrees may be considered.
• Experience: 1-year minimum in social services or related field.
• Excellent written skills for reports and documentation.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional materials.
• Ability to present information clearly to groups and clients.
• Knowledge of basic Microsoft Office and data entry into databases.

Responsibilities

• Upholds the mission and values of Bringing Families Together.
• Keep accurate time records and submit with pay periods.
• Manage and provide services to youth in the TLSS program.
• Ensure open communication with involved parties on cases.
• Attend seminars and training opportunities as required.
• Provide reports to supervisors and attend meetings as needed.
• Develop parenting skills in parenting youth and model best practices.
• Build trusting relationships with youth and exercise sound judgment for safety.

Skills

Experience in social services

Independence in field work

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work

Bachelor's degree in psychology

Bachelor's degree in sociology

Job description

Transitional Living Scattered Sites Specialist

7151 N Lindbergh Blvd, Hazelwood, MO 63042, USA

Job Type

Full-Time

Workspace

On-Site

About the Role

We have an opening for a Transitional Living Scattered Sites (TLSS) Specialist We are seeking a dynamic individual to join our team full time!

The TLSS Specialsit must be able to work independently in the field and enter items as needed in into FACES. The TLSS Specialsit must meet with each child as outlined in the method of performance. Each youth who is in the structured programs must be seen every 72 hours, and those in the unstructured program must be seen one time per week. The TLSS Specialist must teach the youth independent living skills identified by the Youth’s FST team.

Learn more about our TLSS program on our TLSS page . This position is part of our awesome TLSS Team .

Benefits: Comprehensive benefit plans including health, dental and vision; plus, free life insurance; Simple IRA retirement plan with matching options; a work/life balance that includes generous amounts of paid time off, 13 paid holidays, vacation; business casual work environment and much more!

Requirements

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education Requirement:

Minimum of a Bachelor Degree in social work, psychology, sociology, or criminal justice (other related human service fields may be considered) is required.

Experience Requirement:

One-year minimum experience in social services or related field

Job Duties & Responsibilities: (Other Duties Assigned As Needed)

Upholds the Mission and Value statement of Bringing Families Together and promote a positive reputation within the community.

Keep accurate record of time worked and submit each pay period with statement of affirmation.

Manage and provide services to youth who are accepted into the Transitional Living Scattered Sites program

Ensure open communication to everyone involved in the case.

Attend and participate in seminars and training opportunities to older youth. Participate in continuing professional education as required by licensing standards and agency policy.

Attend and participate in supervision, CQI meetings, Town Hall and other meetings as directed.

Provide reports to FCCM/CD as required.

Attend Family Support Team Meetings or Court Hearings, as needed.

If the youth is a parenting youth, assist in the development of parenting skills such as, appropriate discipline, child development, parent-child interaction, nurturing and sibling interaction. This will be achieved through both teaching and modeling.

Develop a trusting relationship with the youth.

Be qualified to make professional decisions based on education, experience and good judgement for the well-being of the youth.

Be knowledgeable of and follow BFT and Children's Division policies and procedures

Treat all persons with dignity and respect while being sensitive to individual race, cultural, ancestry, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, military service, veteran status, and disability.

Perform other duties as assigned for the betterment of families and children being served by Bringing Families Together.

Language Skills:

Excellent written skills in order to write reports, business correspondence and daily case documentation.

Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional journals or government regulations

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, public groups and/or clients

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situation where only limited standardization exists.

Must be capable of functioning independently, practicing good judgement and discretion in decision making regarding children's safety and well-being.

Computer Skills:

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, for example:

Outlook – able to write and respond to email; attach documents to e-mail; enter appointments on the calendar

Word – able to type efficiently to create reports and other documents necessary for the job in a timely manner

Able to learn and effectively use all current computer applications to enter data into web-based systems.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.

Employee must be capable of lifting up to 30 pounds.

Employee will frequently be required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle objects; reach with hand and arms; climb; balance; stoop; kneel; and smell.

The job is performed either at the BFT office or in the community. The amount of time spent at the office or in the community depends on the needs of the clients.

Employee may occasionally work in outside weather conditions and will be exposed to wet, dry, hot, humid and cold conditions.

Will need to transport clients to activities or appointments.

Willingness to work flexible and varied hours.

Other:

Adhere to agency code of ethics and professional standards

Excellent ability to develop and build rapport within the team and the agency as well as with external agencies.

Ability to learn and implement BFT policy and procedures as well as any and all policy or procedures required through contracts (with public and private agencies), licensing requirements or COA standards.

Ability to learn how to use all databases used to enter information into web-based applications.

Knowledge of general child development needs, and specific needs of abused/ neglected children or children at risk of abuse and neglect.

Willing to work in partnership with other team members.

Exceptional time management skills.

Self-directed.

Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

About the Company

Bringing Families Together offers seven vital programs across the state of Missouri. Mission-driven team members become a part of the BFT community while transforming the lives of those in need. We implement programming for clients to strengthen families and children by promoting self-sufficiency, well-being and safety through prevention, intervention, education and advocacy.

Our team ensures that trauma informed services are provided to our clients. As a BFT team member, you will create opportunities to enhance the lives of children and families, one relationship at a time.

BFT values are:

• Safety and permanency for each client served;
• Respect and compassion at the forefront of every interaction; and
• Integrity through every decision made.

Our team members find growth opportunities as they are encouraged to explore their areas of interest within the agency. Our leadership is dedicated to our team and actively supports each of our team members on their journey at BFT and encourages their dreams for the future.

We offer:

• Competitive pay
• Work-life balance
• Generous time off plan with 14 paid holidays, 10 vacation days, 9 sick days
• Agency paid medical, dental and vision insurance
• Agency paid life insurance
• Simple IRA (retirement plan) with 5% BFT match
• Agency cell phone and laptop
• Regular supportive supervision and guidance
• Great work environment
• Very team orientated and inclusive culture
• Flexibility - flexible scheduling; including some work from home options
• Leadership opportunities

We would love to have you as a part of our team!

*BFT Holding Corp./Bringing Families Together affirms that it does not and will not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, military service, veteran status, or disability except where the disability would prevent the performance of the job with or without reasonable accommodations, or any other basis protected by Federal, State or Local laws,, nor will it condone any act of discrimination or harassment on the part of its employees. It is the policy of BFT Holding Corp./Bringing Families Together to provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons. This provision includes all aspects of hiring, employment, training, promotion, transfer, wages, discipline, dismissal and all other conditions and details of employment.