Visitation Coach

Pathways, Inc.; Town of Bath (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Pathways, Inc. seeks a professional to observe family interactions in a supportive, non-judgmental manner and to educate and model healthy family engagement during visits.

The role requires concise, bias-free written reports, a valid driver\'s license for travel to visit families, and completion of the Visiting Coaching Model training.

Qualifications

• Assist families by observing interactions and providing education and support during visits.
• Prepare concise, unbiased written reports.
• Must possess a valid driver\'s license and travel to visit families.
• Complete Visiting Coaching Model training.

Responsibilities

• Observe family interactions and describe them in a non-judgmental manner.
• Assist families in feeling welcome while serving as educator, model and observer.
• Complete concise, unbiased written reports.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written reporting

Non-judgmental observation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work/Counseling or related field

Associates degree in Human Services or high school diploma with 3 years' experience

Job description

• Ability to observe and describe interactions between family members in a non-judgmental manner. Possess the necessary interpersonal skills to assist families in feeling comfortable and welcome yet assume the primary role of educator, model and observer during visits. Ability to complete written reports that are concise and free from personal bias is essential.
• Must have a valid drivers license and ability to drive to various locations to visit families and maintain appointments.
• Must attend and complete the Visiting Coaching Model training.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Social Work, Counseling or Mental Health/Human Service Field preferred with 1 year working with children and families, Associates degree in Human Services or High School Diploma may be considered with 3 years experience working with children and families.
• Must meet the requirements of the School Age Care, Day Care, and/or Mental Health Regulations regarding a State Central Register Clearance regarding history of abuse/maltreatment of children.