Youth and Family Support Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Professional Services Group is now hiring a Parent Mentor with the Parent Support Program in Winnebago County!Are you passionate about helping at-risk families achieve their greatest potential? Do you want to make a real difference in your community? Join our team with Professional Services Group! PSG is a community-based social services organization seeking compassionate and dedicated professionals to support at-risk families in Winnebago County!JOB SUMMARY:The Parent Support Program (PSP) provides intensive parenting education and support to parents in building safe and effective parenting strategies, with a focus on enhancing the parent-child relationship. As the Parent Mentor, you will provide in-home services to parents and families and support family goals related to: parenting skills, behavior modification techniques, anger and stress management, basic life skills, and family budgeting skills.Apply today to join our mission of empowering children and families!ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE PARENT MENTOR:Create, implement, and review family treatment plans. Mentor families in accordance with their treatment plans. Provide parenting education, support, and advocacy through individual, family, and group work.Conduct regular home visits with families.Attend client court proceedings and provide updates on treatment progress, as required.Organize and facilitate structured group, individual and/or family activities.Exercise judgment to intervene as an advocate for clients in emergency and crisis situations.Safely transport clients as needed.LOCATION: Oshkosh, WI. Local travel is required throughout Winnebago County and surrounding areas to meet clients within the home or other community spaces. Mileage reimbursement is provided. SCHEDULE: Full-time 40 hours per week Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00 PM, with two evening shifts per week required (ending at 7:00 PM). SALARY: $21.00 per hourWHY WORK WITH PSG/CIP?Be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in the community!Mileage ReimbursementWork culture that values not only the health and well-being of the clients we serve, but also our staffOpportunities for advancement and professional developmentCompetitive benefits package, including: paid time off and company holidays; health, vision, dental, and life insurance; short-term disability; 401k and profit sharing; pet insurance; and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)One of our health insurance plans is now offered with no monthly premium!REQUIREMENTS:Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or related.Must have reliable transportation on a daily basis, a valid driver's license and automobile insurance.Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.tags: youth and family specialist, family services, family support, parent mentor, family safety, child safety, parenting support, safety planning, family safety planning, family advocate, child advocate, family treatment, social work, social worker, human services, social services