Family Support Specialist, Family Preservation (Grass Valley)

Stanford Youth Solutions (formerly Stanford Home for Children) empowers youth and families to solve serious challenges that threaten their ability to stay together. We provide intensive, individualized programs that are proven effective for young people and families in difficult circumstances. They become stable and capable through our research-based, individualized approach.

We are determined to give each and every child a chance at a healthy, productive, and self-sufficient life. It is our unwavering commitment to the sustainable success of our young clients and their families that separates us from other, similar organizations.

DESCRIPTION:

The Family Support Specialist is a member of the Family Preservation mental health team. Strength based in-home and community based services are provided to children and families who may be at risk of child abuse/neglect or those who already are involved in the child welfare system. Based on the family’s individualized treatment plan and under the direction of the Clinician, the Family Support Specialist will provide in-home support that will assess and assist families with strength enhancing-behavioral change and aid the development of natural supports. Services are provided in-home and utilize Positive Parenting Program (Triple P) and other strengths-based solution-focused practices. Supports the Mission, Vision, and Values of the agency.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related human service field

Experience working with children and families required

Prepared to work independently with flexible hours that may include evenings, weekends and holidays

Proven documentation skills and intermediate level computer skills including all MS Office programs

Adhere to all confidentiality requirements

Verbal and written ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, community partners, consumers and all levels of management

Ability to multi-task and prioritize projects and assignments effectively

Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment within department and agency wide

Ability to work in a mobile, fast paced environment

Ability to use a laptop computer

Fulfillment of TB test, background check clearance, and any other mandatory State/Federal requirements

Valid California driver’s license, proof of automobile insurance, can a driving record acceptable to the agency’s insurance carrier

Must provide and operate a registered, properly insured automobile

Bilingual skills are a plus

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