Family Based Services Provider

Job description

Under the direct supervision of the Child Protection and Licensing Supervisor, this position supports the Nicollet County Health and Human Services department. This position teaches, mentors, supports and provides resources to parents involved in child protection or other child welfare services, both voluntary and court ordered, with the goal of child safety and reunification. This position also coordinates with all individuals (parents, schools, foster parents, daycares) regarding supervised visitation between children in foster care placement and their families, observes and documents interactions between children and parents while insuring safety and well-being of the children, and reports progress through ongoing communication with supervisor, case managers, and other service providers. This position testifies in court as needed. Hours for this position are Mon – Fri, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM, and may require additional, evening and weekend hours. Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills

• Assesses complex family dynamics and client needs in conjunction with case manager to determine appropriate referrals and services. Develops goals and methods to assist clients to meet those goals while respecting and maintaining client's confidentiality
• Maintains accounting of time using the Social Services Information System (SSIS) and maintains case records that meet Federal, State, and local guidelines
• Plans, coordinates, transports, and supervises foster children for supervised visitation and other appointments. Communicates plans with all involved
• Provides court testimony or court-related written reports as directed by the Department
• Provides crisis assistance and support to clients. Makes appropriate referrals for ongoing services and supports. Assists clients with completing paperwork and applications for accessing services
• Provides parent education, time and money management skills training, stress management techniques, and other independent living skills training to adults and children involved in child welfare and child protection services. Provides supervised visitation, assesses capacity of parents to provide safety for children during these visits and act accordingly
• Requests, coordinates, and administers drug testing through collecting urine or other bodily samples as needed in county offices, community, and in the home

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

• Valid MN Driver’s license, and
• High school diploma or GED,

and

• Two (2) years of post-secondary education from an accredited college with coursework in a major such as human services, social work, psychology, sociology, nursing, education, or a closely related field OR
• Two (2) years of experience working in social services, child care, education, or a similar field OR
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience

Supplemental information

• Ability to prepare operational records and reports
• Ability to listen, comprehend, and effectively communicate information both written and orally to all individuals
• Ability to demonstrate by personal example: initiative, integrity, ethics, and excellence in work performance
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to make critical observations while under stressful circumstances
• Ability to complete thorough documentation and maintain client files
• Ability to conduct reports, analyze findings, and prepare documents
• Ability to analyze problems, troubleshoot issues and offer and implement solutions based on research, analysis, experience, and judgment
• Ability to use a computer and related software applications
• Ability to comply with data practices policies and standards
• Ability to identify, address and effectively resolve conflict
• Ability to perform mathematical computations
• Considerable knowledge of the child protection system
• Knowledge of community resources
• Knowledge of counseling and education methods and concepts
• Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, and regulations
• Knowledge of recordkeeping principles
• Knowledge of computers and related software applications
• Knowledge and experience of computer hardware, technology, programs and software, and systems generally used in an office environment and specific to the department's operations (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat) or similar software
• Knowledge of child development, mental health diagnosis, treatment modalities, and community resources
• Skill in using a computer, Microsoft Office and related software applications
• Skill in communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with subordinates, coworkers, supervisors, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction

Benefits

Nicollet County offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, vision
• Pension plan for retirement
• Employer-paid long-term disability and life insurance
• 11.5 paid holidays
• Generous leave plans
• Public Sector Loan Forgiveness
• Free employee assistance plan service

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