FPS Family Support Worker- Wichita

Essential Functions

Provides for the safety, stability and well-being of children and families during the referral period.

Delivers culturally competent services using a strengths-based approach to children and families consistent with the evidence-based practice models.

Decisions are made on guidelines provided by the supervisor, family preservation standard procedures and policies, evidence-based practice model and DCCCA organizational policies.

Mets DCF timelines to connect with the family within 24 hours of referral; facilitates initial family meeting within 48 hours of referral; completes assessment-based case plan within 20 days of referral; case closure within 3-6 months of referral.

Engages and works in partnership with case manager and families to complete assessments.

Mets with family in the home weekly to monitor family progress towards their case plan goals and assesses each child's safety.

Assesses each child's safety with every family contact and reports all suspected child abuse/neglect.

Supports and resources to family in Nutrition, Hygiene, Household and Time Management, Home and Child Safety, Basic Parenting, Transportation, Problem Solving and Communication.

Works closely with the Case Manager to provide services for the family and make decisions about child well-being.

Remains current on the availability of community resources and assists all families in obtaining assistance.

Acts as a liaison with schools to obtain child records, attend conferences, track attendance and support achievement.

Acts as a liaison with Behavioral Health and Child Placement Agency to support treatment and respite plans.

Provides transportation as necessary to meet established program achievement and fidelity goals.

Collects drug screens as necessary.

Documents case activities, information weekly.

Appears and testifies in court as required.

Responds promptly to family crisis situations, documents incidents and is available 24/7 to clients.

Promotes and practices teamwork in all activities.

Fosters and maintains professional relationships with families, community partners and peers.

Participates in professional development that is relevant.

Education, Experience, and Licensure

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• A minimum two years relevant experience in behavioral health or children/family services.
• Personal experience with addictions treatment or child welfare preferred.
• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability; able to shift styles to fit the needs of a wide range of cultures, people, and organizations.
• Solid commitment to the principles of support and advocacy for foster and adoptive families.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid state Driver's License, in force automobile liability insurance, and maintain a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) that meets organization's insurability standard as defined by DCCCA policy.
• Availability of reliable transportation is required for this position.

Benefits

EEO