Family Preservation Specialist

Position is located in Sells, AZ.

About the role

Under general supervision, provides a structured culturally relevant program in a family-style setting to assist families in developing wellness-focused relationships with their elders, interpersonal skills, and problem-reduction strategies to prevent further elder abuse and neglect. Work is reviewed upon completion, with occasional spot checks, to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and conformance to established standards. Unusual situations are referred to a supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Assesses the needs of the elderly and families referred for services.
• Assists in developing a treatment plan specific to the needs of elders and their families.
• Functions as an advocate for families in need of services according to program guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Provides family counseling and training according to treatment plans.
• Instructs families in the stages of elder norms, both physical and emotional factors, methods of nonphysical behavior management, nutritional needs, and techniques in providing support for their elder.
• Teaches families how to establish positive relationships with their elders, manage stress, and meet their own emotional needs in a non-destructive manner.
• Identifies community resources for families to assist them in developing and maintaining learned skills.
• Provides instruction to elders and families on methods of personal problem-solving.
• Facilitates parenting classes to provide parents with resources, knowledge, and awareness of parenting skills and techniques.
• Conducts home visits to observe the home environment, conduct one-on-one sessions, provide resources, and share upcoming events.
• Provides monthly reports to the immediate supervisor.
• Collaborates with other communities, districts, law enforcement, school personnel, and other entities of the Tohono O'odham Nation regarding client or program information.
• Travels within assigned areas as needed.
• Maintains professional knowledge by conducting research, attending seminars, educational workshops, classes, and conferences; conferring with representatives of contracting agencies and related organizations.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned and contributes to a team effort.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Social Work or a closely related field, and four years' work experience in providing counseling services to elders and their families, or an equivalent combination of training, education, and work experience.
• Must obtain certifications in Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and First Aid within the first six months of hire.
• Upon recommendation for hire, a criminal background and National FBI check is required to determine suitability for hire, including a 39-month Motor Vehicle Record.
• May require possessing and maintaining a valid driver's license (no DUIs or major traffic citations within the last three years).
• If required, must meet the Tohono O'odham Nation tribal employer's insurance requirements to receive a driver's permit to operate program vehicles.
• Based on department needs, may be required to demonstrate fluency in both the Tohono O'odham Language and English as a condition of employment.

Skills

• Knowledge of Tohono O'odham traditions, language, history, and culture.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and tribal laws, regulations, and requirements.
• Knowledge of department organization, functions, objectives, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of the Tohono O'odham Nation's Adult Protective Ordinance.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of social service work.
• Knowledge of community resources available to individuals and families.
• Skill in providing superior customer service to external and internal customers.
• Skill in operating a computer and basic office equipment.
• Skill in assessing situations and providing appropriate remedies.
• Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.
• Ability to maintain privileged confidential information.
• Ability to work extended hours and various work schedules.
• Ability to travel within the interior/exterior boundaries of the Tohono O'odham Nation.