Family Specialist- Kinship Support Services Program
Antioch, CA Antioch, CA Full-time Full-time $20 - $23 an hour $20 - $23 an hour FAMILY SPECIALIST Wayfinder Family Services ensures that children, youth, and adults facing challenges always have a place to turn.
Wayfinder is committed to advancing IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility).
Wayfinder believes inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility are essential to our excellence and our mission's execution.
We value differences in the pursuit of inquiry and knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and cooperation.
We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and includes individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Individuals of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and differently-abled persons are encouraged to apply.
In exchange for your talent, Wayfinder offers an excellent benefits package, which includes the following:
This role is eligible for student loan repayment by the California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) This role is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Competitive salary - Sign-on bonus for eligible roles Flexible schedules depending on the position (some offering hybrid) Medical insurance with a $30 premium per paycheck coverage plan (employee-only) Dental insurance 100% employer paid for HMO coverage plan (employee-only) 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match up to 4% 11 paid holidays per year and a generous paid time off policy Five paid winter holidays (between Christmas Eve & New Year's Day) Education Reimbursement Program Robust training opportunities:
Shared Core Practice Model, Trauma-Informed Care, Evidence-based Practices Clinical Supervision for licensure Compensation:
In accordance with California law, the expected salary range for this position is posted with this position.
The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
Role
Summary:
The primary purpose of this position is to provide family support and case management services for kinship families.
Develops, coordinates and supervises family service plans, assesses and identifies family needs and connects family to available kinship resources.
Essential Functions:
Interview and establish rapport with families.
Orients and educates parents to the program.
Plan and attend social events for families Conducts assessment to identify family needs.
Develops appropriate family service plans.
Makes appropriate referrals to community resources.
Provides emotional support to families.
Assists family in locating funding for services if possible.
Maintains records of all services provided and documents all assessments, meetings, decisions and reports.
Facilitates support groups.
Provides training on program related areas.
Help families with paperwork to obtain guardianship.
Support families while going through the court process of guardianship.
Attend court hearings with families.
May transport clients as needed.
Act as a liaison with other community agencies.
Recruit families for the program.
Establish and maintain contact with community service providers.
Work effectively within the agency and social work community at large.
Collaborates to integrate the values of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA) into all aspects of the organization.
Promote the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) process by identifying quality indicators and opportunities for departmental and organizational process improvement.
Report any incidents/accidents according to incident reporting procedures and protocols, within designated timelines as outlined in the reporting procedures.
Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent client information.
Perform other duties as may become necessary or as directed.
Education/Certifications:
Bachelor's degree in Social Work or 18 units of Psychology, Sociology and/or Communication and a minimum of two years of experience in a case management position or equivalent experience.
Experience:
Knowledge of crisis intervention and the unique needs of kinship care.
Employee Wellness & Safety Wayfinder is committed to creating an environment where employees and clients are safe.
To meet this goal, we ask that employees be fully vaccinated (including boosters) against the COVID-19 virus as a condition of employment.
All staff must demonstrate evidence of complete vaccination, including booster, on or before their employment start date.
Wayfinder will consider requests for exemption based on religious beliefs or medical accommodations.
Wayfinder requires a thorough background screening process, including fingerprinting and a health screening.
Trauma-Informed Care Wayfinder practices Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) principles which recognize the signs, symptoms, and widespread impact of trauma.
Employees integrate the knowledge of Trauma-Informed Care into policies, procedures, and practices to prevent re-traumatization which promotes the healing of families, youth, individuals, and communities.
Wayfinder is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Wayfinder is committed to advancing IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility).
Wayfinder believes inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility are essential to our excellence and our mission's execution.
We value differences in the pursuit of inquiry and knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and cooperation.
We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and includes individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Individuals of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and differently-abled persons are encouraged to apply.
In exchange for your talent, Wayfinder offers an excellent benefits package, which includes the following:
This role is eligible for student loan repayment by the California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) This role is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Competitive salary - Sign-on bonus for eligible roles Flexible schedules depending on the position (some offering hybrid) Medical insurance with a $30 premium per paycheck coverage plan (employee-only) Dental insurance 100% employer paid for HMO coverage plan (employee-only) 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match up to 4% 11 paid holidays per year and a generous paid time off policy Five paid winter holidays (between Christmas Eve & New Year's Day) Education Reimbursement Program Robust training opportunities:
Shared Core Practice Model, Trauma-Informed Care, Evidence-based Practices Clinical Supervision for licensure Compensation:
In accordance with California law, the expected salary range for this position is posted with this position.
The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
Role
Summary:
The primary purpose of this position is to provide family support and case management services for kinship families.
Develops, coordinates and supervises family service plans, assesses and identifies family needs and connects family to available kinship resources.
Essential Functions:
Interview and establish rapport with families.
Orients and educates parents to the program.
Plan and attend social events for families Conducts assessment to identify family needs.
Develops appropriate family service plans.
Makes appropriate referrals to community resources.
Provides emotional support to families.
Assists family in locating funding for services if possible.
Maintains records of all services provided and documents all assessments, meetings, decisions and reports.
Facilitates support groups.
Provides training on program related areas.
Help families with paperwork to obtain guardianship.
Support families while going through the court process of guardianship.
Attend court hearings with families.
May transport clients as needed.
Act as a liaison with other community agencies.
Recruit families for the program.
Establish and maintain contact with community service providers.
Work effectively within the agency and social work community at large.
Collaborates to integrate the values of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA) into all aspects of the organization.
Promote the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) process by identifying quality indicators and opportunities for departmental and organizational process improvement.
Report any incidents/accidents according to incident reporting procedures and protocols, within designated timelines as outlined in the reporting procedures.
Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent client information.
Perform other duties as may become necessary or as directed.
Education/Certifications:
Bachelor's degree in Social Work or 18 units of Psychology, Sociology and/or Communication and a minimum of two years of experience in a case management position or equivalent experience.
Experience:
Knowledge of crisis intervention and the unique needs of kinship care.
Employee Wellness & Safety Wayfinder is committed to creating an environment where employees and clients are safe.
To meet this goal, we ask that employees be fully vaccinated (including boosters) against the COVID-19 virus as a condition of employment.
All staff must demonstrate evidence of complete vaccination, including booster, on or before their employment start date.
Wayfinder will consider requests for exemption based on religious beliefs or medical accommodations.
Wayfinder requires a thorough background screening process, including fingerprinting and a health screening.
Trauma-Informed Care Wayfinder practices Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) principles which recognize the signs, symptoms, and widespread impact of trauma.
Employees integrate the knowledge of Trauma-Informed Care into policies, procedures, and practices to prevent re-traumatization which promotes the healing of families, youth, individuals, and communities.
Wayfinder is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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