New Parent Support Professional (On-Site/RNwBSN; LCSW; LMFT/License can be issued by any US State or Protectorate)

About the role

This position provides support to eligible Families with expectant parents and parents of children from birth to 3 years of age. The program supports military Families, enhancing their adaptation to military life, and preventing family violence.

Responsibilities

• Provide activities and services including information and referrals, parenting programs, respite care for children, and supervised play time for children.
• Assess developmental milestones and referral procedures for indicators of special needs or developmental delays.
• Assess and strengthen adaptation to parenthood and parental capacity for problem-solving, building and sustaining trusting relationships, and seeking help when necessary.
• Promote developmentally appropriate parenting skills and disciplinary techniques, and parent and child communication skills.
• Facilitate informal and formal community networks to build positive relationships and reduce social isolation.
• Develop relationships with local community and military installation officials and organizations to maximize program effectiveness.
• Utilize community-based services and formal and informal community networks to provide concrete support for families in crisis.
• Screen for, assess, and address protective and risk factors associated with child abuse and neglect using a strengths-based family-centered developmental approach.
• Keep tracking system up to date with case status.
• Participate in monthly conference calls and annual training events.

Requirements

• At least two (2) years of direct work experience in child abuse or domestic abuse, or maternal or child health or medical social work.
• A current and active license as an LCSW, LMFT, or RN.
• Licensed Clinical Social Workers must possess a current, valid, unrestricted clinical license and a master’s degree in Social Work to practice independently.
• Registered Nurses must have at least a bachelor’s degree in nursing, a current unrestricted license in one of the States or U.S. territories, and at least two (2) years of direct work experience with child abuse or domestic abuse, maternal or child health, public/community health, or mental health.
• Home visitation experience.
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Working knowledge of basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Ability to communicate and interact with others, both in person and by telephone, to conduct business.
• Ability to work under time pressure and rapidly for long periods to meet deadlines.
• Ability to transport self from office locations to private homes, other offices, and facilities where training and other program activities occur.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Master's degree in Counseling, or Master's degree in Social Work.
• LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Care MgmtCare Mgmt, LMFT - Licensed Marital and Family Therapist - Care MgmtCare Mgmt, RN - Registered Nurse, State and/or Compact State Licensure - Care MgmtCare Mgmt License And Certifications - Preferred.

Skills

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of child development and family dynamics.
• Experience with community outreach and networking.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, life, and voluntary benefits, as well as short-term incentives.

Pay

Salary Range: $58,440 - $93,500

Schedule

Full-time, with occasional evening and weekend hours required.