Intensive Family Based Services Coordinator

## Intensive Family Based Services Coordinator Apply locations:
Williston, VTtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition :
JR2588
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* Job Description:

** Easterseals Vermont is the leading agency in the state in working hand-in-hand with the Department for Children and Families (DCF) to find family-centered solutions that promote child welfare and create safety and well-being.

We are looking for an
** Intensive Family Based Services Coordinator
** to join our team in Burlington, Vermont! The individual in this key position will be responsible for the following:
* Write and implement plans of care to be approved by the consulting agency clinician.
* Write contact notes, formal monthly reports and discharge summaries.
* Maintain frequent communications with Family Service Workers to ensure compliance with the family’s case plan.
* Provide services to families within their home and community settings
* Assist the family in finding resources for preventative and supportive services ie; housing, transportation and substance abuse treatment, counseling and nutrition.
* Help caregivers to recognize their children’s needs, and make plans and implement strategies so that they meet their children’s needs and grow in their confidence and skills, while providing a safe environment for their children.
* Participate in meetings, conferences, trainings events as assigned.
* Provide transportation for clients when required.
* Testify concerning services in court when subpoenaed.
* Ensure Family Assessments are done within a timely manner as prescribed by IFBS policies
* Create crisis plans and respond to crisis calls as needed
* Provide in home family support during the times that work for the family.
* Implement short term (13 week) intervention and support in an effort to prevent DCF involvement or out of home care, and/or to reunify children with their family; to improve family functioning.
* Coordinate services with other providers, such as Schools, Early Intervention services, clinicians and other relevant service providers.
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* Qualifications:

*** Bachelor’s Degree in a related field
* Two (2) years of experience preferred
* Excellent writing skills necessary
* Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
** Compensation:
** Starting $24.96 per hour. Additional compensation based upon years of related experience.
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* Hours:

** Full-Time, Monday-Friday. The schedule is 8:30am - 5:00pm, with flexibility to start early or end late depending on the needs of families.
** What’s in it for you?
** We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time, eligible employees, including:
* Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability
* PTO begins accruing on your first day!
* Up to 9 paid holidays annually, plus one floating holiday of your choice. For programs that remain open during holidays, staff scheduled to work will receive holiday pay in accordance with program guidelines.
* 403(b) employer match up to a maximum of 3%
* Tuition reimbursement after one year of employment
* Student loan repayment for qualifying degrees after one year of employment
* Wellness programs: nutritional counseling services, reimbursement programs for weight loss & tobacco cessation

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