Visitation Specialist

Kids for the Future; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future is hiring a Parenting and Visitation Specialist in Wheeling, WV. The role supports safety and well-being by providing visitation, parenting guidance, assessment, advocacy, referrals, and education for families referred by WVDHS and the courts.

Under supervision, you will work with a team to ensure quality service delivery, maintain precise documentation, and communicate effectively with clients and court personnel.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Regents Human Services, Education, Criminal Justice, or related four year degree.
• 2-4 years of experience providing direct services to families.
• Must pass Criminal Investigation Background and DHHR background check.
• Must have a valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance as required by law

Responsibilities

• Provide parenting education and instruction.
• Monitor visitation and document each visitation with written records.
• Maintain a schedule for family referrals to ensure visitation occurs as court-directed.
• Document interactions between family members with accurate records.
• Provide support care during supervision (diaper changes, feeding, medications).
• Terminate visits for inappropriate behavior with supervisor approval.
• Keep visitation areas clean, safe, and organized.
• Prepare and attend court-related reports and hearings as required.
• Provide monthly reports to the Department of Human Services.
• Attend MDT or Treatment Team Meetings as required.
• Transport clients using agency vehicle as needed.
• Provide Socially Necessary Services to assigned clients.
• Monitor and evaluate service delivery and outcomes.
• Provide linkage and referrals to meet identified needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Excellent service orientation

Accurate documentation

Clear instruction

Understanding human reactions

Strong writing and communication

Non-traditional hours availability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Regents Human Services, Education, Criminal Justice, or related four year degree

Job description

• Location 87 15th Street,PO Box 6041,Wheeling, WV, 26003,United States
• Base Pay $18.00 - $20.00 / Hour
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree
• Travel 25%

Job Description

Job Title:

Parenting and Visitation Specialist

Reports To:

Child and Family Services Manager

Last Modified:

08.14.26

Department:

Professional

Program:

Community-Based

Day Programs

FLSA Classification:

Non-Exempt/Hourly

Salary Range:

$18.00-$20.00/hr.

Position Status:

Full-time

Expected Hours of Work:

8:00 am-4:30 pm (M-F). Additional days or hours may be required.

Some local travel

Job Summary: Under the supervision and direction of the designated supervisor, this employee will be part of a team working to ensure the safety and well-being of children and families referred by WVDHS and the courts. This employee is to provide support to families, offering visitation, parenting, assessment, advocacy, referrals, and education focusing on the safety and well-being of children and families.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide parenting education and instruction.
• Monitor visitation and provide an actual, precise description of each visitation through written documentation.
• Maintain a schedule for each family referral to ensure visitation occurs as intended by the Department of Human Services in court.
• Document interactions between each family member by maintaining accurate documentation.
• Provide support care when monitoring visitation (e.g., changing diapers, feeding, and medication).
• Responsible for termination of visits in the event of inappropriate behavior or conditions by a family member with supervisory approval.
• Keep the supervised visitation area clean, neat, and safe.
• Prepare reports for court and attend court hearings as required.
• Provide monthly reports for the Department of Human Services.
• Attend MDT or Treatment Team Meetings as required.
• Transport clients utilizing agency vehicle, as necessary and directed.
• Provide "Socially Necessary Services" to assigned clients.
• Monitor and evaluate service delivery and outcomes.
• Provide linkage and referral to meet identified needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent service orientation and social perceptiveness skills
• Proficient and accurate documentation
• Ability to give clear instruction
• Knowledge of understanding human reactions
• Good writing and communication skills
• Ability to work non-traditional hours including evenings and weekends

Education and Experience:

Requires Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Regents Human Services, Education, Criminal Justice, or related four year degree and 2-4 years of experience providing direct services to families.

Must pass Criminal Investigation Background and DHHR background check. Must have a valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance as required by law

• Business Casual
• Community Based

The table below shows how much on-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities.

Activity

N/A

Infrequently

On a Regular Basis

Very Frequently

Standing

X

Walking

X

X

Using hands to handle or feel

X

Reaching with hands and arms

X

Climbing or balancing

X

Stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling