Family Support Specialist - Part Time

Few jobs offer the satisfaction and gratification that come from doing work that improves the lives of vulnerable children and families. That's where Firefly Children and Family Alliance stands out from the crowd. As one of our employees, you'll be able to directly make an impact on the lives of thousands of Indiana children, families, and adults from day one. Firefly Children & Family Alliance is currently seeking a part-time Family Support Specialist in Muncie, Indiana. In this role, you will work to provide guidance, direction and documentation of visitation for the families you will serve. This position covers the following counties: Grant, Delaware, Randolph, Jay, Blackford, Wells, and Adams. You will be exposed to the Department of Children Services and the court system on occasion. You must be comfortable working evening shifts, with a minimum commitment of two nights per week, and be willing and able to transport clients of all ages using their personal vehicle. Hours are flexible and dependent on client schedules for supervised visitation. You Will: Family Progress - Monitoring and Coaching (70%) Complete all required documentation Oversee visits between children and their parents in our visitation offices or community Help schedule visits Coach collaboratively – maintaining a balance between teaching and serving Provide education and support to youth/families Assist youth/families in achieving their goals Attend all required meetings It is understood that each employee follows and follows the professional standards as outlined by your perspective professional degree, license or agency policy Perform any other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the immediate supervisor Communicate with multiple institutions related to youth/family matters Provide transportation to youth/families Attend court with clients and render recommendations Create goals for each family Review goals when needed Work with other social welfare agencies Reporting (15%) Maintain case and agency paperwork according to standards Prepare written reports for the Department of Child Services / Probation office within identified time frames You Have: High School diploma or GED required Some experience in a Human Services field preferred Must be at least 21 years of age Must have a valid driver's license and auto insurance with 6 or less points on driving record. Firefly Children & Family Alliance does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Firefly Children & Family Alliance