Family Support Worker

NY1711404 Family Support Worker Catholic Charities of Oswego County located in Fulton, NY is hiring a Full Time Family Support Worker QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: - Two (2) years of study at a regionally accredited or NYS registered college, university, or business school; OR High School Diploma/GED and two years of experience supporting social services, employment, healthcare, or other closely related program - Interpersonal communication skills and written skills. - Effective time management and organizational skills. - Responsible, self-motivated and capable of managing multiple tasks. - Working knowledge of computer programs including Microsoft Word. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Provide opportunities for parents to improve parenting skills and life skills to prevent placement of children or to reunite the family as soon as possible. - Services will be provided in a familys home or at community locations. - Flexibility with hours is required to appropriately serve a family depending on their availability. - A community-based, family-focused, child -centered approach will be used in the delivery of services - Assess family needs and work with the family and caseworker to develop and establish appropriate family support outcomes and service plan goals. - Use the COS (Circle of Security) Curriculum when appropriate. - Maintain an average caseload of 8 families (this may vary from 5-12 depending on needs) and provide between 2-8 hours of education per family per week (this will vary depending on family progress). - Transport families as needed to support outcomes and service plan goals. - Supervise visits in the home as needed. - Thoroughly document contacts into the statewide system, within 48 hours of contact. - Attend required meetings as appropriate for program/agency and be available to testify when needed in court. - Conduct service plan reviews every 90 days with family and supports to review goals progress and document any concerns pertaining to the childs well-being. - Conduct safety assessments as required. - Assist and perform any other duties as assigned. ADDITIONAL EXPECTATIONS - Must have a valid NY Drivers License, and acceptable driving record with adequate insurance. - Must comply with all Agency policies and procedures. - Required to understand and abide by the laws regulations, policies, and procedures that apply to the program or service that you provide. - Required to report any known or suspected violation of laws, regulations, policies or procedures related to programs, services, agency operations, or personnel of the agency. - Required to maintain accurate documentation including, but not limited to, purchase orders, petty cash, expenditures, mileage records, and time sheets. - Attend all trainings as necessary for job performance. - NYS, OMIG, LENS, VIRTUS background check clearance. Pay Rate - $19.00 per hour Apply in person at 808 W Broadway Fulton, NY 13069 or email [email protected]