Homebuilders Intensive Family Preservation Specialist

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Full Time Morehead, KY, US

18 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $44,000.00 To $50,000.00 Annually

The IFP Specialist will provide Intensive Family Preservation Services using the HOMEBUILDERS® model, including crisis intervention, counseling, skill building, concrete services, and advocacy. Serve two to three families at a time whose children are at imminent risk of out-of-home placement, or who are in placement and cannot be reunified without intensive in-home services. Provide services primarily in client homes. Be available to respond to client crises when they occur.

Reports to the Homebuilders® supervisor.

Staff members are expected to work with children and families, community partners and each other using KVC values of Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Open Honest Communication, Team Work and Continuous Improvement. Additionally, staff members are expected to be a role model for children and families, be solutions focused and build upon their strengths. KVC policies employees are also expected to maintain knowledge of, and adhere to all company policies and procedures.

Bachelor’s Degree or Graduate degree in social work, psychology, human services or related field; or undergraduate degree in social work, psychology, human services, or related field.

Valid driver’s license and auto insurance. Good driving record, vehicle in good condition; automobile liability insurance that meets minimum age requirements.

At least two years’ experience working with children and families.

Requires Intermediate computer skills in typing/keyboarding, Microsoft Word and Excel programs as well as Outlook email

• Serve an average of 18-22 families per year.
• Travel to client homes and other locations.
• Meet with families 3-5 times a week, approximately 10 hours per week, over a 4-6 week period.
• Maintain a flexible workweek, scheduling sessions at times that are convenient for families, and when problems are likely to occur, including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Be available to client families 24 hours a day, 7 days per week. Carry a cell phone for 24/7 availability. Arrange coverage when unavailable.
• Accept referrals 24 hours a day, 7 days per week. Complete client intake sessions within 24 hours of referral. Confirm client eligibility for service within 72 hours of intake.
• Provide back-up and support for other specialists as needed.
• Provide services to children and families referred in other KVC contract regions when necessary.

• Assess safety, structure the environment and implement strategies/interventions designed to promote safety. Follow program guidelines and mandatory reporting statutes when responding to safety concerns.
• Conduct client-interactive, comprehensive, strength and behavior-focused assessments.
• Collaborate with family members and referents in developing intervention goals and service plans directly related to the risk of out-of-home placement. Monitor progress analyze barriers to goal achievement, and help families revise goals or plans as needed.
• Utilize motivation enhancement strategies to increase client motivation to change.
• Provide a range of behavioral, concrete and advocacy services to…