Family Preservation Specialist Job Northern Kentucky USA,Social Work

Location: Northern

Summary of Position:The Family Preservation Specialist is responsible for providing intensive, in-home crisis intervention, counseling, and skill-building for families with children at imminent risk of placement or in placement and in need of intensive services to support reunification using the New Jersey Family Preservation Services (FPS) Program Model. The NJ FPS model is designed to keep children safe, strengthen families, prevent out-of-home placement, and safely reunify children and their family.

Family Preservation Specialists carry a caseload of no more than two (2) families at any given time, except during the last week prior to discharging one family, when staff may carry a third (3) case.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education, Counseling, or related field.
Bachelor's degree considered with at least 1 1/2 or more years of experience providing services to families in crisis
Licensure (e.g., LSW, LPC) is preferred.
Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
Familiarity with community resources and work with at-risk youth and families
Proficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge of an electronic health record (EHR) system is preferred.
Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance required
Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Benefits Available
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Medical/Prescription
Vision
Short Term Disability
UNUM Supplemental Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
Pet Insurance
Paid time off
Holiday Pay
Weekly Pay
Direct Deposit

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Travel

Required

Yes . Travel required throughout Sussex County

Qualifications Skills Preferred Strong Communication Skills

Intermediate

Basic Computer Skills

Intermediate

Some Knowledge

Behaviors Preferred Detail Oriented

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Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated

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Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations Preferred Ability to Make an Impact

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Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education Preferred

Bachelors or better.

Masters or better in Human Services or related field.

Experience

Required2 years:

At least 1 1/2 or more year(s) of experience providing services to families in crisis

Licenses & Certifications Required

Driver's License

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