Family Resource Social Worker

Summary The Adoption/Family Resource Worker is expected to complete thorough adoption assessments or family resource assessments to assess the appropriateness of the goal of adoption of a child or families’ appropriateness to adopt.

BA DEGREE STARTS AT $20.50 / MA DEGREE STARTS AT $25.00

Child and Family Services recognizes the power in Diversity and believes that Equity is a Human Right.$1 per hour Language Differential! (eligible languages include: Cape Verdean Creole, Haitian Creole, Portuguese, Spanish or ASL)
Child & Family Services carefully considers a wide range of factors when determining compensation including, but not limited to, prior experience, education, certification(s), license(s), skills and expertise, location, internal equity and other factors that are job related and consistent with business need. Our goal is to support, reward and compensate the entire individual. Depending on role eligibility, your offer may include a bonus or other incentives.

Therefore, final offer amounts may vary from the amount stated.

Job Responsibilities & Essential Functions Complete a thorough assessment of children referred for adoption which will include the child’s strengths, weaknesses, services needed, appropriateness of adoption plan, and projected time frame for placement

Complete a thorough family resource assessment for prospective adoptive parents which will include family background, personal history, significant relationships, support network, parenting experience, attitudes toward birth parents, motivation and fertility issues and recommendations for appropriateness of family

Maintain cases records in accordance with agency and EEC, and DCF regulations

Single service assessments and/or family resource assessments will be assigned on an as needed basis

May be required to cover families or children during periods of transition which can include providing transportation and case management responsibilities

Willingness to work a flexible schedule as needed to include occasional weekend and/or evening work Become a certified MAPP trainer

Maintain regular and timely attendance

Possess excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills

Maintain a high quality of work that meets the guidelines and policies of the program

Maintain a positive working relationship with agency staff, supervisors, and community contacts

Maintain a high level of professionalism

Participate in independent education and training opportunities

Participate in team meetings

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Travel Required Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation that meets CFS Driver Policy. Extensive travel is required to provide services in different settings and to attend agency meetings, events, and trainings

Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required

Education and Experience Completed Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, or a closely related field from an accredited institution. Master’s degree is preferred but not required. A minimum of one to two years of case management or DCF experience highly preferred.

Cultural Competency

Qualifications:

Awareness of personal attitudes, beliefs, biases, and assumptions about others

Knowledge of the various dimensions of diversity, including gender, race, and ethnicity

Acknowledging that people from other cultural groups may not share the same beliefs and practices or perceive experiences in the same way Cultural knowledge of key populations that will be served to address disparities in service delivery

Demonstrates positive attitudes towards cultural differences by showing respect and openness towards people whose social and cultural background is different from one's own Demonstrates skills for communication and interaction across cultures, including the ability to recognize and manage personal behaviors, moods,…